Thomas of Celano Quotes
1180–1265 Italy
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It is no wonder if, against the wickedness of men, Clare's prayer is heard, since it also burned demons.
Everything soothes love and makes absolutely sweet what is bitter. (Part I, chap. IX, § 14; § 600, pp. 372)
Noble by birth, nobler by grace; virgin in body, purest in spirit; young in age, mature by wisdom; constant in purpose, burning with enthusiasm in love with God; full of wisdom and singular humility; Clear in name, clearer by life, most clear by virtue.
For what is authority in the hand of a reckless superior, if not a sword in the hand of a madman? (part II, chap. CXIII, § 153; § 737, p. 463)
They fear the blasphemers and do not delude themselves that the words will dissipate in the air, nor that the avenger of the offenses done to the saints is missing. (chap. XIV, § 129; § 950, p. 572)