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

It is no small misfortune and disgrace that, through our own fault, we neither understand our nature nor our origin.

We should blush for shame to show so much resentment at what is done or said against us, knowing that so many injuries and affronts have been offered to our Redeemer and the saints.

God deliver me from people who are so spiritual that they want to turn everything into perfect contemplation, come what may.

As God's beloved, I live in the bliss knowing that my soul is never separated from Him, for I learn to know Her in all that I see. God dissolved my mind-my separation. I cannot describe now my intimacy with Him.

How often I failed in my duty to God, because I was not leaning on the strong pillar of prayer.

I made you, dear, and all I make is perfect. Please come close, for I desire you.