Be generous to the poor orphans and those in need. The man to whom our Lord has been liberal ought not to be stingy. We shall one day find in Heaven as much rest and joy as we ourselves have dispensed in this life.

They who load us with insults and ignominies give us the means of acquiring treasures more precious than any that man can gain in this life.

If one fears men much he will never do anything great for God: all that one does for God arouses persecution.

To conquer himself is the greatest victory that man can gain.