The beginning of wisdom is found in doubting; by doubting we come to the question, and by seeking we may come upon the truth.
Peter AbelardAlone thou goest forth, O Lord, in sacrifice to die; is this thy sorrow naught to us who pass unheeding by? Our sins, not thine, thou bearest, Lord; make us thy sorrow feel, till through our pity and our shame love answers love's appeal. This is earth's darkest hour, but thou dost light and life restore; then let all praise be given thee who livest evermore. Grant us with thee to suffer pain that, as we share this hour, thy cross may bring us to thy joy and resurrection power.
Peter AbelardThe purpose and cause of the incarnation was that He might illuminate the world by His wisdom and excite it to the love of Himself.
Peter AbelardThe key to wisdom is this - constant and frequent questioning, for by doubting we are led to question and by questioning we arrive at the truth.
Peter Abelard