Attachment Quote by Saint Francis de Sales
“How are you to meet the swarm of foolish attachments, triflings, and undesirable inclinations which beset you? By turning sharply away, and thoroughly renouncing such vanities, flying to the Saviour's Cross, and clasping His Crown of thorns to your heart, so that these little foxes may not spoil your vines. Beware of entering into any manner of treaty with the Enemy; do not delude yourself by listening to him while intending to reject him.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Introduction to the Devout Life, 1609
Renounce worldly desires and focus on spiritual devotion to avoid moral corruption.
In simple terms: Turn away from vanity and cling to faith.
Key Takeaway
Reject temptations, embrace the cross.
Themes
spirituality
detachment
faith
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
devotional
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- confession
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
renunciation
virtue
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify your own "little foxes"?
- What practices help you stay detached from material vanity?
