Little by little, wean yourself. This is the gist of what I have to say. From an embryo whose nourishment comes in the blood, move to an infant drinking milk, to a child on solid food, to a searcher after wisdom, to a hunter of invisible game.

Gamble everything for love, if you're a true human being.

I was a thorn rushing to be with a rose, vinegar blending with honey… Then I found some dirt to make an ointment that would honor my soul… Love says, “You are right, but don’t claim these changes. Remember, I am wind. You are an ember I ignite.

You lack a foot to travel? Then journey into yourself - that leads to transformation of dust into pure gold.

Discipline enabled Heaven to be filled with light; discipline enabled the angels to be immaculate and holy.

Sit quietly and listen for a voice that will say, "Be more silent." As that happens, your soul starts to revive.

When someone beats a rug, the blows are not against the rug, but against the dust in it.