394 Quotes by Thomas à Kempis

One who views thing as they are in reality, and not as they are said or thought to be, is truly wise, taught by God rather than by other persons.

Endeavor to be patient in bearing with the defects and infirmities of others, of what sort ’soever they be; for that thyself also has many failings which must be borned with by others.

Many deceive themselves, imagining they’ll find happiness in change.

The highest in God’s esteem are the lowest in their own.

It thou seek rest in this life, how wilt thou then attain to the everlasting rest? Dispose not thyself for much rest, but for great patience. Seek true peace – not in earth, but in heaven; not in men, nor in any other creature, but in God alone.

Simplicity and purity are the two wings by which a man is lifted above all earthly things. Simplicity is in the intention – purity in the affection. Simplicity tends to God,- purity apprehends and tastes Him.

Trust not to friends and kindred, neither do thou put off the care of thy soul’s welfare til hereafter; for men will sooner forget thee than thou art aware of.

A humble knowledge of thyself is a surer way to God than a deep search after learning.

Remember that lost time does not return.