The Dialogues of Saint Gregory the Great
A source page for quotes linked to Pope Gregory I.
“Ignorance is a dangerous and spiritual poison, which all men ought warily to shun.”
“Affliction strengthens the vigor of our soul, whereas happiness weakens it.”
“You don't climb a mountain in leaps and bounds, but by taking it slowly.”
“To do penance is to bewail the evil we have done, and to do no evil to bewail.”
“We make Idols of our concepts, but Wisdom is born of wonder”
“The greatness of contemplation can be given to none but those who love.”
“We ascend to the heights of contemplation by the steps of action.”
“You cannot acquire the gift of peace if by your anger you destroy the peace of the Lord.”
“Whatsoever one would understand what he hears must hasten to put into practice what he has heard.”
“The universe is not rich enough to buy the vote of an honest man.”