"Angels are intelligent reflections of light, that original……" — John of Damascus
"Angels are intelligent reflections of light, that original light which has no beginning. They can illuminate. They do not need tongues or ears, for they can communicate without speech, in thought."
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26 Quotes by John of Damascus
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The saints must be honored as friends of Christ and children and heirs of God. Let us carefully observe the…
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Both angels and demons are ignorant of the future, yet they make predictions. The angels do so when God reveals…
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An angel is an intelligent essence, always in motion. It has free will, is incorporeal, serves God, and has been…
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If the Word of God is living and powerful, and if the Lord does all things whatsoever he wills; if…
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In former times, God, who is without form or body, could never be depicted. But now when God is seen…
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All who ask receive, those who seek find, and to those who knock it shall be opened. Therefore, let us…
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The Eucharist is a fire which inflames us
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Christ the Lord is risen. Our joy that hath no end.
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How can this come about?" Mary asked. "The Holy Spirit will come upon you," the angel answered, "and the power…
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The whole earth is a living icon of the face of God.
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The whole earth is a living icon of the face of God. ... I do not worship matter. I worship…
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He who does not believe according to the tradition of the Catholic Church is an unbeliever.
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