Though defensive violence will always be 'a sad necessity' in the eyes of men of principle, it would be still more unfortunate if wrongdoers should dominate just men.

He who does little, but in a state to which God calls him, does more than he who labors much, but in a state which he has thoughtlessly chosen: a cripple limping in the right way is better than a racer out of it.

Dilige et quod vis fac. (Love and then what you will, do.)

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.

No eulogy is due to him who simply does his duty and nothing more.

Conscience and reputation are two things. Conscience is due to yourself, reputation to your neighbour.

A free curiosity is more effective in learning than a rigid discipline.