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.
IGNATIUS OF LOYOLAHe who has heard the Word of God can bear his silences.
More Ignatius of Loyola Quotes
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Concerning the harsh treatment of the body for our Lord’s sake, I would say, avoid anything that would cause the shedding even of a drop of blood.
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God inclines to shower His graces upon us, but our perverted will is a barrier to His generosity.
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Remember that bodily exercise, when it is well ordered, as I have said, is also prayer by means of which you can please God our Lord.
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To conquer himself is the greatest victory that man can gain.
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If one fears men much he will never do anything great for God: all that one does for God arouses persecution.
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Laugh and grow strong.
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Truth always ends by victory; it is not unassailable, but invincible.
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If anyone asks you for something that you believe would be injurious to him, refuse, but in such a manner as not to lose his good-will.
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Let me look at the foulness and ugliness of my body. Let me see myself as an ulcerous sore running with every horrible and disgusting poison.
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The acknowledgment of and gratitude for favors and gifts received is loved and esteemed in Heaven and on earth.
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If our church is not marked by caring for the poor, the oppressed, the hungry, we are guilty of heresy.
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Pray as if God will take care of all; act as if all is up to you.
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A religious ought to dread more being afraid of poverty than experiencing it.
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We ought even to hold as a fixed principle that what I see white I believe to be black, if the superior authorities define it to be so.
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May the perfect grace and eternal love of Christ our Lord be our never-failing protection and help.
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