There is no artifice as good and desirable as simplicity.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESAll the science of the Saints is included in these two things: To do, and to suffer. And whoever had done these two things best, has made himself most saintly.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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We may be excused for not always being bright, but we are not excused for not being gracious, yielding and considerate.
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He who can preserve gentleness amid pains, and peace amid worry multitude of affairs, is almost perfect.
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Every vocation becomes more agreeable when united with devotion.
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What we need is a cup of understanding, a barrel of love, and an ocean of patience.
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For every great temptation there will be many small ones. Wolves and bears are more dangerous than flies, but we are bothered most by flies.
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To lose ourselves in God is simply to give up our own will to Him. When a soul can truly say Lord I have no other will than Thine it is truly lost in God and united to Him.
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God will either shield you from suffering or give you unfailing strength to bear it.
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Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
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Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
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All the science of the Saints is included in these two things: To do, and to suffer. And whoever had done these two things best, has made himself most saintly.
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Be who you are and be that well.
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If, when stung by slander or ill-nature, we wax proud and swell with anger, it is a proof that our gentleness and humility are unreal, and mere artificial show.
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Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself. I mean do not be disheartened by your imperfections, but always rise up with fresh courage.
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It is a great imperfection to complain unceasingly of little things.
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Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.
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