When the mind forgets the purpose of Christian life, then even the clear fulfillment of virtue becomes profitless.

One evil receives strength from another. In the same way, good deeds also sprout one from another, and the one in whom they are found grows larger.

We cannot with all our heart forgive someone who does us wrong unless we possess real knowledge. For this knowledge shows us that we deserve all we experience.

One who has sinned cannot escape retribution in any other way than by repentance corresponding to his sin.

Do not desire to hear about the misfortunes of those who oppose you. For those who listen to such speech later reap the fruits of their evil intention.

Every 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.

If you want the Lord to hide your sins, then don't talk to people about what kind of virtues you have. For as we relate to our virtues, so God relates to our sins.