Christian faith is a grand cathedral, with divinely pictured windows. Standing without you see no glory, nor can possibly imagine any. Nothing is visible but the merest outline of dusky shapes. Standing within all is clear and defined; every ray of light reveals an army of unspeakable splendors.
John RuskinSurely our clergy need not be surprised at the daily increasing distrust in the public mind of the efficacy of prayer.
John RuskinThe first condition of education is being able to put someone to wholesome and meaningful work.
John RuskinThe time is probably near when a new system of architectural laws will be developed, adapted entirely to metallic construction.
John RuskinWhenever you see want or misery or degradation in this world about you, then be sure either industry has been wanting, or industry has been in error.
John Ruskin