If you say that a good reputation serves to benefit the neighbor more, I admit that. However, since it should be based on a good life, it is, therefore, preserved by the practice of virtue and not by human intrigue.
Vincent de PaulFurthermore, the apostolic life does not exclude contemplation but encompasses it and profits by it to know better the eternal truths it must proclaim
Vincent de PaulIf there is any danger in the present weather, in the name of God, Monsieur, wait until spring
Vincent de PaulIf you must be in a hurry, then let it be according to the old adage, and hasten slowly.
Vincent de Paul