He that knoweth himself well groweth ever more conscious of his own sinfulness, and findeth no delight in the praises of man.
I am oftentimes wearied by hearing and reading many things: in Thee, Lord, is all that I would have and can desire. Let all manner of learned men hold their peace; let all creation be silent in Thy sight; let Thou alone, O Lord, speak unto me.
Flatter not the rich; nor seek to appear in the prescence of great men. Associate rather with humble and plain men, with the devout and virtuous, and confer with them on the things that edify.
