Saint Francis de Sales Quotes & Sayings (Page 3)

“There are no galley-slaves in the royal vessel of divine love - every man works his oar voluntarily!”

“Reputation is rarely proportioned to virtue.”

“Retire at various times into the solitude of your own heart, even while outwardly engaged in discussions or transactions with others, and talk to God.”

“A good discourse is that from which nothing can be retrenched without cutting into the quick.”

“So many have come to me that I might serve them, leaving me no time to think of myself. However, I assure you that I do feel deep down within me, God be praised.”

“The thoughts of those moved by natural human love are almost completely fastened on the beloved, their hearts are filled with passion for it, and their mouths full of its praises.”