Quotes by : Thomas a Kempis

It is thy duty oftentimes to do what thou wouldst not thy duty too to leave undone that thou wouldst....

O Lord you know what is best for me. Let this or that be done as you please. Give what you will how....

Great tranquility of heart is his who cares for neither praise nor blame.

It is much safer to obey than to rule.

There is no man in this world without some manner of tribulation or anguish though he be king or pope.....

He who loves with purity considers not the gift of the lover, but the love of the giver.

A humble knowledge of thyself is a surer way to God than a deep search after learning.

What else does anxiety about the future bring you but sorrow upon sorrow?

The loftier the building, the deeper must the foundation be laid.

First keep peace with yourself, then you can also bring peace to others.