Strive to close the eyes of the body and open those of the soul and look into your own heart.
TERESA OF AVILA
TERESA OF AVILA
Teresa of Avila on body
Teresa of Avila124 quotes“Strive to close the eyes of the body and open those of the soul and look into your own heart.”
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