The prayer of one who does not consider himself a sinner is not accepted by the Lord.

In all things that you find in the Holy Scriptures, seek out the purpose of the words, that you may enter into the depth of the thoughts of the saints and understand them with greater exactness. Do not approach the reading of the Divine Scriptures without prayer and asking the help of God. Consider prayer to be the key to the true understanding of that which is said in the Holy Scriptures.

The Commandments of God are higher than all the treasures of the earth. Whoever has acquired them has received God within himself.

The Lord bears all the weaknesses of men, but He does not bear a man who is always murmuring, and does not leave Him without chastisement.

Solitude is an ocean with wonderful places hidden in its depths.

If zeal had been appropriate for putting humanity right, why did God the Word clothe himself in the body, using gentleness and humility in order to bring the world back to his Father?

This life has been given to you for repentance; do not waste it in vain pursuits.