We ascend to the heights of contemplation by the steps of action.

The universe is not rich enough to buy the vote of an honest man.

He who is required by the necessity of his position to speak the highest things is compelled by the same necessity to exemplify the highest things.

If the work of God could be comprehended by reason, it would no longer be wonderful, and faith would have no merit if reason provided proof.

Because God that is immutable changes what He willed, He is said to repent, although what changes is a thing and not His counsel.

Because He moves against faults, God is said to be angered, although He is moved by no disturbance of equanimity.

The greatness of contemplation can be given to none but those who love.