St. Francis de Sales Quotes
Most popular St. Francis de Sales Quotes

Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself.

A judicious silence is always better than truth spoken without charity.

Above all, do not be discouraged; be patient; wait; strive to attain a calm, gentle spirit.

Because zeal is an ardent and vehement love, it requires guidance; otherwise it can become excessive.

Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself. I mean, do not be disturbed because of your imperfections, and always rise up bravely from a fall.

A quarrel between friends, when made up, adds a new tie to friendship; as experience shows that the callosity formed round a broken bone makes it stronger than before.