37 Quotes by John Climacus


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    Humility is the only virtue that no devil can imitate. If pride made demons out of angels, there is no doubt that humility could make angels out of demons.

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    Do not be surprised that you fall every day; do not give up, but stand your ground courageously. And assuredly, the angel who guards you will honour your patience.

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    A proud monk needs no demon. He has turned into one, an enemy to himself.

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    Obedience is the burial of the will and the resurrection of humility.

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    Repentance lifts a man up. Mourning knocks at heaven’s gate. Holy humility opens it.

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    The lover of silence draws close to God. He talks to Him in secret and God enlightens him.

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