When the mind forgets the purpose of Christian life, then even the clear fulfillment of virtue becomes profitless.
Marcus EremitaWhoever has a spiritual gift and compassionate toward one who does not have it guards his gift through his compassion. But whoever is proud of his gift loses it through self-opinion.
Marcus EremitaIf someone puts his trust in God in a matter, let him not argue with his brother about it.
Marcus EremitaEvery affliction tests our will, showing whether it is inclined to good or evil. That is why an unforeseen affliction is called a test, because it enables a man to test his hidden desires.
Marcus Eremita