Concerning the harsh treatment of the body for our Lord's sake, I would say, avoid anything that would cause the shedding even of a drop of blood.
Ignatius of LoyolaIf, one day, I should offend God in any way, or grow remiss, though ever so little, in that which concerns His holy service and glory, I solemnly implore Him, rather let me die.
Ignatius of LoyolaIt is one thing to be eloquent and charming in profane speech, and another when the one speaking as a religious.
Ignatius of Loyola