Whoever can weep over himself for one hour is greater than the one who is able to teach the whole world; whoever recognizes the depth of his own frailty is greater than the one who sees visions of angels.

Love is the fruit of prayer ... Patiently abiding in prayer signifies a man's renunciation of himself. Therefore the self-denial of the soul turns into love for God.

The beginning of divine wisdom is clemency and gentleness, which arise from greatness of soul and the bearing of infirmities.

Above anything, welcome silence, for it brings fruits that no tongue can speak of, neither can it be explained.

Whoever prematurely begins a work that is above his strength receives nothing, but only brings harm upon himself.

Speech is the organ of this present world. Silence is the mystery of the world to come.

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