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 quiring much  fatigue  and  exertion  before we arrive  at  the  summit  to  rest. — Bl. Henry Suso.

Labor to  conquer  yourself. This victory  will assure you  a  brighter  crown  in  heaven  than  they gain whose  disposition  is  more  amiable. — St. Ignatius.

We should  not  examine  articles  of  faith  with a curious  and  subtle  spirit. It is  sufficient  for  us to  know  that  the  Church  proposes  them. We can never  be  deceived  in  believing  them. — St. Vincent de  Paul.

We should  guard  against  jealousy,  and  even the slightest  sentiment  thereof. This vice  is  absolutely opposed  to  a  pure  and  sincere  zeal  for  the glory of  God,  and  is  a  certain  proof  of  secret  and subtle pride. — St. Vincent de  Paul.

Charity requires  us  always  to  have  compassion on  human  infirmity. — St. Catherine  of Siena.

When one  does  not  love  prayer,  it  is  morally impossible for  him  to  resist  his  passions. — St. Alphonsus.