It is of great importance, when we begin to practise prayer, not to let ourselves be frightened by our own thoughts.

In order to profit from this path [of prayer] and ascend to the dwelling places we desire, the important thing is not to think much but to love much; and so, do that which best stirs you to love.

You ought to make every effort to free yourselves even from venial sin, and to do what is most perfect.

Strive to close the eyes of the body and open those of the soul and look into your own heart.

If we practice love of neighbor with great perfection, we will have done everything.

Let nothing disturb you. Let nothing frighten you. Everything passes away except God. God alone is sufficient.

Everything seems to me to pass so quickly that we must concentrate on how to die rather than on how to live. How sweet it is to die if one has lived on the Cross with Christ.