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Thomas à Kempis on Humility

d. 1471 Germany

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A humble knowledge of oneself is a surer road to God than a deep searching of the sciences.

If thou desire to profit, read with humility, simplicity, and faithfulness; nor even desire the repute of learning.

The Imitation of Christ (1418)

What will it avail thee to dispute profoundly of the Trinity, if thou be void of humility, and art thereby displeasing to the Trinity?

The Imitation of Christ (1418)

I became the most humble and despised of men, that by My humility thou mightest overcome thy pride.

The Imitation of Christ (1418)

My Son, patience and humility in adversities are more pleasing to Me than much comfort and devotion in prosperity.

The Imitation of Christ (1418)

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