A discerning man, when he eats grapes, takes only the ripe ones and leaves the sour. Thus also the discerning mind carefully marks the virtues which he sees in any person. A mindless man seeks out the vices and failings ... Even if you see someone sin with your own eyes, do not judge; for often even your eyes are deceived.

It happens, I do not know how, that most of the proud never really discover their true selves. They think they have conquered their passions and they find out how poor they really are only after they die.

As long as anger lives, it continues to be the fruitful parent of many unhappy children.

Someone who is elated with wine speaks the truth on all subjects, even without meaning to. In the same way, anyone who is inebriated with the spirit of penitence will never be able to tell lies.

Simplicity is an enduring habit within a soul that has grown impervious to evil thoughts.

Often the Lord heals vainglory by dishonor.

Repentance lifts a man up. Mourning knocks at heaven's gate. Holy humility opens it.