God, give me a good humiliation every day. It's good for the soul and it's good for the ego.
Richard RohrThe true mystic is always both humble and compassionate, for she knows that she does not know.
Richard RohrWorship of Jesus is rather harmless and risk-free; actually following Jesus changes everything.
Richard RohrIf you try to assert wisdom before people have themselves walked it, be prepared for much resistance, denial, push-back, and verbal debate.
Richard RohrA mystic doesnโt say โI believe.โ They say โI know.โ A true mystic will ironically speak with that self-confidence but at the same time with a kind of humility. So when you see that combination of calm self-confidence, certitude, and humility all at the same time you have the basis for mysticism in general.
Richard Rohr