Whatever we do or say without prayer always ends up either sinful or harmful and convicts us through the deeds in some… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
One who has sinned cannot escape retribution in any other way than by repentance corresponding to his sin. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
A man who is enticed by sinful thoughts is blinded by them, and he sees the action of sin in himself, but… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
God tested Abraham. That is, he sent him afflictions for his benefit, not so that he could find out what sort of… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
God values deeds according to their intentions. For it is said, "The Lord grant unto you according to your heart" (Ps. 19:5)… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
If someone puts his trust in God in a matter, let him not argue with his brother about it. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
A man who hates the passion cuts off their causes. But a man who remains among their causes experiences even against his… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Every sin that is left without repentance is a sin unto death, for which if even a saint shall pray, he shall… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Do not desire to hear about the misfortunes of those who oppose you. For those who listen to such speech later reap… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
We must receive the one who curses us as a messenger from God, rebuking our hidden evil thoughts, so that we, seeing… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Do not attempt to benefit by rebukes one who boasts of his virtues, for he loves to display himself can not be… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
It is harmful to remember previous sins in detail. For if they bring you sorrow, they will estrange you from hope, but… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
As water and fire oppose one another when combined, so are self-justification and humility opposed to one another. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
If someone falls into any sin and is not sincerely grieved about it, it is easy for him to fall into the… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Guard your mind from self-praise and flee a high opinion of yourself, so that God does not allow you to fall into… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Whoever with fear of God corrects and directs a sinner gains virtue for himself, that of opposition to sin. But whoever insults… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
When you have been insulted, cursed, or persecuted by someone, do not think of what has happened to you, but of what… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Do not try to decide a difficult matter by means of disputing, but that which is enjoined by the spiritual law, namely… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
One evil receives strength from another. In the same way, good deeds also sprout one from another, and the one in whom… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
If you want the Lord to hide your sins, then don't talk to people about what kind of virtues you have. For… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
When the mind forgets the purpose of Christian life, then even the clear fulfillment of virtue becomes profitless. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
It is better to pray with good will for our neighbor, rather than to denounce him for every sin. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
In the spiritual life we can do nothing worthy without repentance, but the Lord has much mercy on us because of our… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Whoever prays for those who hurt him lays the demons low; but he who opposes his affronter is bound to the demons. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Do not think about or do anything without a spiritual purpose, whereby it is done for God. For If you travel without… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Whatever we do or say without prayer always ends up either sinful or harmful and convicts us through the deeds in some mysterious way. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
One who has sinned cannot escape retribution in any other way than by repentance corresponding to his sin. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
A man who is enticed by sinful thoughts is blinded by them, and he sees the action of sin in himself, but he can… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
God tested Abraham. That is, he sent him afflictions for his benefit, not so that he could find out what sort of man he… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
God values deeds according to their intentions. For it is said, "The Lord grant unto you according to your heart" (Ps. 19:5) ... Therefore,… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
We cannot with all our heart forgive someone who does us wrong unless we possess real knowledge. For this knowledge shows us that we… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
He who seeks forgiveness of his sins loves humility, but if he condemns another he seals his own wickedness. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
If someone puts his trust in God in a matter, let him not argue with his brother about it. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
A man who hates the passion cuts off their causes. But a man who remains among their causes experiences even against his will the… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
The sign of sincere love is to forgive wrongs done to us. It was with such love that the Lord loved the world. — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Every sin that is left without repentance is a sin unto death, for which if even a saint shall pray, he shall not be… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
Do not desire to hear about the misfortunes of those who oppose you. For those who listen to such speech later reap the fruits… — Marcus Eremita Copy Share Image
