1,029 Quotes by Mother Teresa

Once we take our eyes away from ourselves, from our interests, from our own rights, privileges, ambitions – then they will become clear to see Jesus around us.

If I ever become a Saint – I will surely be one of “darkness.” I will continually be absent from heaven – to light the light of those in darkness on earth.

I see God in every human being.

There is only one God and He is God to all; therefore it is important that everyone is seen as equal before God. I’ve always said we should help a Hindu become a better Hindu, a Muslim become a better Muslim, a Catholic become a better Catholic.

Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier. Be the living expression of God’s kindness: kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes, kindness in your smile.

When you don’t have anything, then you have everything.

Recovering in a Calcutta, India hospital. I think I’m more difficult than critical.

Human rights are not a privilege conferred by government. They are every human being’s entitlement by virtue of his humanity.

Real prayer is union with God, a union as vital as that of the vine to the branch...