Maxioms by Thomas A. Kempis
The acknowledgment of our weakness is the first step in repairing our loss.
The acknowledgment of our weakness is the first step in repairing our loss.
We usually know what we can do, but temptation shows us who we are.
We usually know what we can do, but temptation shows us who we are.
The only safe ruler is he who has learned to obey willingly.
The only safe ruler is he who has learned to obey willingly.
Forgive your enemies, but never forget their names.
Forgive your enemies, but never forget their names.
What doth it profit thee to enter into deep discussions concerning the Holy Trinity, if thou lack humility, and be read more
What doth it profit thee to enter into deep discussions concerning the Holy Trinity, if thou lack humility, and be thus displeasing to the Trinity? For verily it is not deep words that make a man holy and upright; it is a good life which maketh a man dear to God. I had rather feel contrition than be skillful in the definition thereof. If thou knewest the whole Bible, and the sayings of all the philosophers, what should this profit thee without the love and grace of God?
