"Possess purity in an eminent degree, and jealously……" — Paul of the Cross
"Possess purity in an eminent degree, and jealously preserve this fragrant flower. I earnestly desire to see you shine by the brilliancy of this virtue; be like to angels, and omit no precaution to retain this treasure, which is so easily lost by imprudence. We have this treasure in earthen vessels, says the Apostle."
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18 Quotes by Paul of the Cross
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Be faithful in all your exercises of piety and virtue; be always resigned; be satisfied, in the superior part of…
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Let everything in creation draw you to God. Refresh your mind with some innocent recreation and needful rest, if it…
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Make great account of your precious trials, both interior and exterior; it is thus that the garden of Jesus is…
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Let weak and frail man come here suppliantly to adore the Sacrament of Christ, not to discuss high things, or…
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Celebrate the feast of Christmas every day, even every moment in the interior temple of your spirit, remaining like a…
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When you feel the assaults of passion and anger, then is the time to be silent as Jesus was silent…
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Avoid failing, not only against purity, but even against the least rules of an exact modesty.
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Let us throw ourselves into the ocean of His goodness, where every failing will be canceled and anxiety turned into…
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Here learn the science of the Saints: All is to be found in the passion of Jesus. Make every effort…
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The passion of Jesus is a sea of sorrows, but it is also an ocean of love. Ask the Lord…
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Make a little bouquet of the sufferings of Jesus and carry them in the bosom of the soul.
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Listen to the sermon preached to you by the flowers, the trees, the shrubs, the sky, and the whole world.…
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