Anthony of Padua quotes

Anthony of Padua was a Portuguese Catholic priest and friar of the Franciscan Order, renowned for his powerful preaching and knowledge of scripture. Widely venerated as the patron saint of lost things, he became one of the most popular saints in the Christian world. He is remembered for his compassion, miracles, and dedication to the poor and marginalized. Here are 3 of his quotes:

Just as the root feeds the tree, so humility feeds the soul. The spirit of humility is sweeter than honey, and whoever is fed by this sweetness produces fruit.

Anthony of Padua

Solicitude for material things rends the soul; thus distracted, it divides it. The devil seizes the divided soul and thereby kills it.

Anthony of Padua