Without [firmness] I see the majority of Communities that are lax reach that state because of the excessive leniency of Superiors. So, be firm, Monsieur.

Charity is the cement which binds Communities to God and persons to one another . . .

When in Rome, you must do as the Romans do and accept the local customs, if they are not immoral.

He is greatly honored by the time we take to weigh with mature deliberation matters having to do with his service, as are all those with which we deal.

Remember, Monsieur that roses are not gathered except in the midst of thorns and that heroic acts of virtue are accomplished only in weakness.

. . . [T]hose persons who console you today may humiliate you tomorrow.

The wisest persons, surprised by some passion, often say things they later regret.