Learned arguments do not make a man holy and righteous, whereas a good life makes him dear to God.

Every man naturally desires knowledge; but what good is knowledge without fear of God? Indeed a humble rustic who serves God is better than a proud intellectual who neglects his soul to study the course of the stars.

Our own opinion of ourselves should be lower than that formed by others, for we have a better chance at our imperfections.

Oh, how quickly the world's glory passes away.

Carry the cross patiently, and with perfect submission; and in the end it shall carry you.

It is thy duty often times to do what thou wouldst not; thy duty too, to leave undone that thou wouldst do.

At the least bear patiently, if thou canst not joyfully.