Rarely affirm, seldom deny, always distinguish.
THOMAS AQUINASRarely affirm, seldom deny, always distinguish.
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Man cannot live without joy; therefore when he is deprived of true spiritual joys it is necessary that he become addicted to carnal pleasures.
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Three things are necessary for the salvation of man: to know what he ought to believe; to know what he ought to desire; and to know what he ought to do.
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Fear is such a powerful emotion for humans that when we allow it to take us over, it drives compassion right out of our hearts.
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Grant me, O Lord my God, a mind to know you, a heart to seek you, wisdom to find you, conduct pleasing to you, faithful perseverance in waiting for you, and a hope of finally embracing you. Amen
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The things that we love tell us what we are.
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There must be must be a first mover existing above all – and this we call God.
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Wonder is the desire of knowledge.
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God himself would not permit evil in this world if good did not come of it for the benefit and harmony of the universe.
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God has no need for our worship. It is we who need to show gratitude for what we have received.
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If the highest aim of a captain were to preserve his ship, he would keep it in port forever.
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Nothing created has ever been able to fill the heart of man. God alone can fill it infinitely.
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I would rather feel compassion than know the meaning of it. I would hope to act with compassion without thinking of personal gain.
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True peace consists in not separating ourselves from the will of god.
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The study of truth requires a considerable effort – which is why few are willing to undertake it out of love of knowledge – despite the fact that God has implanted a natural appetite for such knowledge in the minds of men.
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Faith has to do with things that are not seen, and hope with things that are not in hand.
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