Nothing appeases an enraged elephant so much as the sight of a little lamb.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESWhen you encounter difficulties and contradictions, do not try to break them, but bend them with gentleness and time.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
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Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
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Where there is peace and meditation, there is neither anxiety nor doubt.
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I have made a pact with my tongue, not to speak when my heart is disturbed.
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It matters little how one begins, provided that he be resolved to go on well, and to end well.
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Friendship requires great communication.
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Half an hour’s meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.
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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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Fear is a greater evil than evil itself.
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It is to those who have the most need of us that we ought to show our love more especially.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength.
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God will either shield you from suffering or give you unfailing strength to bear it.
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To live according to the spirit is to love according to the spirit.
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Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.
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