Since God often sends us inspirations by means of His angels, we should frequently return our aspirations to him by means of the same messengers.
Saint Francis De SalesRead
Faith fills a man with love for the beauty of its truth, with faith in the truth of its beauty
Interpretation
What this quote means
Faith inspires love for beauty and truth, intertwining them in a profound way.
This quote by Saint Francis De Sales expresses the deep connection between faith, beauty, and truth. It suggests that faith not only allows a person to appreciate beauty but also instills a sense of love for the underlying truths that beauty represents, emphasizing that a profound understanding of faith can enrich one's perception of the world.
Themes
FaithBeautyTruthLoveInspiration
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a motivational speech about the importance of believing in oneself and finding beauty in life's challenges.
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Lately I was near the beehives and some of the bees flew onto my face. I wanted to raise my hand, and brush them off. 'No,' said a peasant to me, 'do not be afraid, and do not touch them. They will not sting you at all, if you touch them they will bite you.' I trusted him; not one bit me. Trust me; do not fear these temptations. Do not touch them; they will not hurt you.
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There is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life Than by continually beginning again.
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