Fasting cleanses the soul, raises the mind, subjects one’s flesh to the spirit, renders the heart contrite and humble, scatters the clouds of concupiscence, quenches the fire of lust, and kindles the true light of chastity.

The Devil often transforms himself into an angel to tempt men, some for their instruction, some for their ruin.

Don't go outside; get back to yourself, in the inner man lies the Truth.

If two friends ask you to judge a dispute, don't accept, because you will lose one friend; on the other hand, if two strangers come with the same request, accept because you will gain one friend.

Believe in order to Understand and Understand in order to Believe

To sing is to pray twice.

Peace is not sought in order to provoke war, but war is waged in order to attain peace.