No man doth safely rule, but he that hath learned gladly to obey.

So fixed are our spirits in slothfulness and cold indifference that we seldom overcome so much as one evil habit.

What most of all hinders heavenly consolation is that you are too slow in turning yourself to prayer.

What thou art, that thou art.

No man is without his load of trouble.

Be thankful for the smallest blessing and you will deserve to receive greater. Value the least gifts no less than the greatest, and simple graces as especial favors. If you remember the dignity of the Giver, no gift will seem small or mean.

The loftier the building, the deeper must the foundation be laid.