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Most Quotes by Teresa of Avila
- A beginner must look on himself as one setting out to make a garden for his Lord's pleasure, on most unfruitful soil which abounds in…
- It is a most certain truth, that the richer we see ourselves to be, confessing at the same time our poverty, the greater will be…
- The important thing is not to think much but to love much; do, then, whatever most arouses you to love.
- I felt a great dislike to journeys, especially when they were long. But once I had started, I thought nothing of them, thinking of Him…
- I am quite sure that if we could but once approach the Most Holy Sacrament with great faith and love, it would suffice to make…
- The most potent and acceptable prayer is the prayer that leaves the best effects. I don't mean it must immediately fill the soul with desire…
- Let us consider what the glorious Virgin endured, and what the holy apostles suffered, and we shall find that they who were nearest to Jesus…
- Keep this in mind, for it is very important advice, so do not neglect it until you find you have such a fixed determination not…
- It is certain that the love of God does not consist in this sweetness and tenderness which we for the most part desire; but rather…
- It is not a matter of thinking a great deal but of loving a great deal, so do whatever arouses you most to love.
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- The most perfect political community is one in which the middle class is in control, and outnumbers both of the other classes. — Aristotle
- Character may almost be called the most effective means of persuasion. — Aristotle
- The greatest virtues are those which are most useful to other persons. — Aristotle
- Of all the varieties of virtues, liberalism is the most beloved. — Aristotle
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- Most people would rather give than get affection. — Aristotle
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