In the twilight of life, God will not judge us on our earthly possessions and human success, but rather on how much we have loved.

Have 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.

Faith is a dark night for man, but in this very way it gives him light.

Do not let your "eye" be drawn by the false "beacon lamps" -of wealth, or position, or fame, or possessions. Be vigilant over your will and desires, for these are the corrupt forces that dwell within, and keep you from living free.

The soul that journey's to God, but doesn't shake off it's cares and quiet it's appetities, is like someone who drags a cart of dirt uphill.

Let my soul live as if separated from my body.

The eternal spring is hidden in this living bread for our life's sake, although it is night. It is here calling out to creatures; and they satisfy their thirst, although in darkness, because it is night. This living spring that I long for, I see in this bread of life, although it is night.