Aids Quote by Therese of Lisieux
“At the time of Holy Communion I sometimes picture my soul under the figure of a little child of three or four years, who at play has got its hair tossed and its clothes soiled. These misfortunes have befallen me in battling with souls. But very soon the Blessed Virgin hastens to my aid: quickly, she takes off my dirty little pinafore, smoothes my hair and adorns it with a pretty ribbon or simply with a little flower... and this suffices to render me pleasing and enables me to sit at the Banquet of Angels without blushing.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence of Saint Therese of Lisieux, 1920s
She visualizes her soul as a child needing care, and the Virgin Mary comforts and restores her purity.
In simple terms: She sees her soul as a child and receives comfort from Mary.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine comfort and inner purity.
Themes
spirituality
humility
comfort
purity
faith
Mood
hopeful
reverent
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- confession
- spiritual struggle
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
mysticism
childlike faith
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeing oneself as a child affect spiritual growth?
- What role does divine comfort play in personal transformation?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on external comfort may not address underlying personal flaws.
