There can be no joy in living without joy in work.

We are like children, who stand in need of masters to enlighten us and direct us; God has provided for this, by appointing his angels to be our teachers and guides.

The last end of every maker, as such, is himself, for what we make we use for our own sake; and if at any time a man make a thing for the sake of something else, it is referred to his own good, whether his use, his pleasure, or his virtue.

In a false person, sacraments do not produce any effect.

Better to illuminate than merely to shine.

Hold firmly that our faith is identical with that of the ancients. Deny this, and you dissolve the unity of the Church.

I receive Thee ransom of my soul. For love of Thee have I studied and kept vigil toiled preached and taught.