1,131 Quotes by Criss Jami

There is a certain delightful sort of hope which the introvert can receive only by having company over... the hope that they will leave soon.

It’s not about whether or not someone is a bigot, but whether or not the argument which that someone is arguing is worth being a bigot about.

If you want to find the real competition, just look in the mirror. After awhile you’ll see your rivals scrambling for second place.

The Christian who loves his Master needs not fear any longer for himself. For it is then completely irrational, as it is written thus: ‘Perfect love casts out fear.’ However, it is very much rational for one to instead fear for the enemies of God.

You can’t be a rebel without the scars that come with it. Truth is, some days scars are just as ugly as they are beautiful.

I respect traditional people – they have the eyes which see value in the tarnished. This is a gift in itself. Tradition requires a wealth of discipline in order to be adhered to, hence it is rarely found in youth.

Of course, in our train of thought, we would all like to think we’re on the right track, or at least the same railroad company as the right track.

It’s a good sign but rare instance when, in a relationship, you find that the more you learn about the other person, the more you continue to desire them. A sturdy bond requires a degree of youthful intrigue. Love loves its youth.

Where God is like the sun, the Devil is like a raindrop. There is no ‘God vs. Satan’ because they aren’t even that close in power and authority. The former is very patient; the latter is at mercy.