Seek not to know who said this or that, but take note of what has been said.

Endeavor to be always patient of the faults and imperfections of others; for thou hast many faults and imperfections of thine own that require forbearance. If thou art not able to make thyself that which thou wishest, how canst thou expect to mold another in conformity to thy will?

Confidence is the illusion born of accidental success.

Do not read to satisfy curiosity or to pass the time, but study such things as move your heart to devotion.

But because many endeavor to get knowledge rather than to live well, they are often deceived and reap little or no benefit from their labor.

Simplicity is the intention, purity in the affection; simplicity turns to God, purity unites with and enjoys him.

Praise adds nothing to your holiness, nor does blame take anything from it. You are what you are, and you cannot be said to be better than you are in God's sight.