Avoid Quote by Leonard of Port Maurice
“Avoid sloth, bad company, dangerous conversations, and games; remembering that time passes and never returns, that you have a soul, and that if you lose your soul, you lose all.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Consolation of the Soul, 1700s
Avoid laziness, harmful company, risky talk, and trivial pursuits; remember time's irreversibility, the soul's value, and that losing the soul means losing everything.
In simple terms: Stay away from bad habits and remember life's fleeting nature.
Key Takeaway
Guard your soul and time.
Themes
morality
spirituality
self‑control
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily routines
- relationship choices
- media consumption
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
soul
temporal awareness
ethical living
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits waste your time?
- How can you protect your soul daily?
A Different Perspective
Human frailty may lead to occasional lapses despite intentions.
