“Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us” Hebrews 12:1 . “Let us consider the patience of holy men and women, how they willingly endured long periods of fasting, vigil and various other physical hardships …
The mouth of the righteous speaks wisdom, And his tongue talks of justice. The law of his God is in his heart; None of his steps shall slide. Psalms 36:30,31 . The beginning of Divine wisdom is the serenity acquired from generosity of soul and forbearance with human infirmities.- St. Isaac the Syrian