John of the Cross quotes - page 3

Souls will be unable to reach perfection who do not strive to be content with having nothing, in such fashion that their natural and spiritual desire is satisfied with emptiness; for this is necessary in order to reach the highest tranquility and peace of spirit. Hence the love of God in the pure and simple soul is almost continually in act. (John of the Cross)

John of the Cross

John of the Cross - Image
Occupation: Spanish Mystic
Born: June 14, 1542
Died: December 14, 1591
Quotes count: 51
Wikipedia: John of the Cross

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