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We find rest in those we love, and we provide a resting place in ourselves for those who love us.
Bernard of Clairvaux
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Prayer is a virtue that prevaileth against all temptations.
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It is no great thing to be humble when you are brought low but to be humble when you are praised is a great and rare attainment.
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From the best bliss that earth imparts, we turn unfilled to Thee again.
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There are some who wish to learn for no other reason than that they may be looked upon as learned, which is ridiculous vanity ... Others desire to learn that they may morally instruct others, that is love. And, lastly, there are some who wish to learn that they may be themselves edified and that is prudence.
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