The window of the soul cleansed perfectly and made completely transparent by the divine light
John of the CrossLove consists not in feeling great things but in having great detachment and in suffering for the Beloved. The soul that is attached to anything, however much good there may be in it, will not arrive at the liberty of Divine union. For whether it be a strong wire rope or a slender and delicate thread that holds the bird, it matters not, if it really holds it fast; for until the cord be broken, the bird cannot fly.
John of the CrossHave a great love for those who contradict and fail to love you, for in this way love is begotten in a heart that has no love.
John of the CrossTake God for your spouse and friend and walk with him continually, and you will not sin and will learn to love, and the things you must do will work out prosperously for you.
John of the Cross