Do what you can and pray for what you cannot yet do.

You (God) have not only commanded continence, that is, from what things we are to restrain our love, but also justice, that is, on what we are to bestow our love.

Every infinity... is made finite to God.

Lord, who art always the same, give that I know myself, give that I know Thee.

Even in waging war, cherish the spirit of peace-maker; that, by conquering those whom you attack, you may lead them back to the advantages of peace.

Where was my heart to flee for refuge from my heart? Whither was I to fly, where I would not follow? In what place should I not be prey to myself?

You say to me 'Show me your God.' I answer you, 'Everything you see in your heart that might sadden God, remove.'