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St. Anthony of Padua, born on August 15, 1195, and died on June 13, 1231, was a renowned Catholic saint, theologian, missionary, and philosopher. He is known for his profound theological insights and exceptional missionary skills.

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“Seek refuge in Mary because she is the city of refuge. We know that Moses set up three cities of refuge for anyone who inadvertently killed his neighbor. Now the Lord has established a refuge of mercy, Mary, even for those who deliberately commit evil. Mary provides shelter and strength for the sinner.”

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“He prays best who does not know that he is praying.”

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“Regret not that which is past; and trust not to thine own righteousness.”

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“Charity is the soul of faith, makes it alive; without love, faith dies.”

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“The birds are the saints, who fly to heaven on the wings of contemplation, who are so removed from the world that they have no business on earth. They do not labour, but by contemplation alone they already live in heaven.”

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“O name of Mary! Joy in the heart, honey in the mouth, melody to the ear of Her devout clients!”

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“The prayer of the monk is not perfect until he no longer recognizes himself or the fact that he is praying.”

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“The devil is afraid of us when we pray and make sacrifices. He is also afraid when we are humble and good. He is especially afraid when we love Jesus very much. He runs away when we make the Sign of the Cross.”

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“Learn to love humility, for it will cover all your sins. All sins are repulsive before God, but the most repulsive of all is pride of the heart. Do not consider yourself learned and wise; otherwise, all your efforts will be destroyed, and your boat will reach the harbor empty. If you have great authority, do not threaten anyone with death. Know that, according to nature, you too are susceptible to death, and that every soul sheds its body as its final garment.”

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“Our thoughts ought by instinct to fly upwards from animals, men and natural objects to their creator. If created things are so utterly lovely, how gloriously beautiful must he be who made them! The wisdom of the worker is revealed in his handiwork.”

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“The creator of the heavens obeys a carpenter; the God of eternal glory listens to a poor virgin. Has anyone ever witnessed anything comparable to this? Let the philosopher no longer disdain from listening to the common laborer; the wise, to the simple; the educated, to the illiterate; a child of a prince, to a peasant.”

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“Earthly riches are like the reed. Its roots are sunk in the swamp, and its exterior is fair to behold; but inside it is hollow. If a man leans on such a reed, it will snap off and pierce his soul.”

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“The saints are like the stars. In his providence Christ conceals them in a hidden place that they may not shine before others when they might wish to do so. Yet they are always ready to exchange the quiet of contemplation for the works of mercy as soon as they perceive in their heart the invitation of Christ.”

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“Actions speak louder than words; let your words teach and your actions speak.”

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“Attribute to God every good that you have received. If you take credit for something that does not belong to you, you will be guilty of theft.”

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“Damned money! Alas! How many religious did it blind! How many cloistered religious did it deceive! Money is the 'droppings of birds' that blinded the eyes of Tobit.”

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“The life of the body is the soul; the life of the soul is God.”

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“These symbolize (Proverbs 30:14) the greedy and usurers whose teeth are swords and knifes which they use to devour the poor and steal their megger possessions. All of them are children of this world who consider the children of light to be stupid and believe themselves to be the prudent ones. Their prudence is their death.”

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“The Glorious Virgin did not have a stain in her birth because she was santified in her mother's womb and safeguarded there by angels.”

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“Anyone, then, who desires to live chastely in Christ Jesus, must flee not only the mouse of lust, but even from its very scent.”

“Christians must lean on the Cross of Christ just as travelers lean on a staff when they begin a long journey.”

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“The spirit of humility is sweeter than honey, and those who nourish themselves with this honey produce sweet fruit.”

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“Men will surrender to the spirit of the age. They will say that if they had lived in our day, faith would be simple and easy. But in their day, they will say, things are complex; the Church must be brought up to date and made meaningful to the day's problems.”

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About the Author

Born: August 15, 1195
Died: June 13, 1231
Known for: Priest
Quotes: 24

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