“Saint Thomas Aquinas says, wisely, that the only way to drive out a bad passion is by a stronger good passion. The same is true of thoughts as of passions. When your mind wanders, like a child, your will must bring it back, like a mother. [. . .] The will-parent must discipline the mind-child, avoiding both the opposite extremes commonly made in disciplining either children or thoughts: tyranny or permissiveness.”
This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the basics of prayer, exploring various forms and techniques to help readers establish a personal prayer routine. more
Peter Kreeft is a renowned American philosopher, theologian, and author. Born in 1937, he is known for his contributions to Christian philosophy and logic. Professor Kreeft has taught at several prestigious universities, including Princeton University and the University of California, Berkeley, where he has taught philosophy and theology. His extensive body of work covers a wide range of topics from ethics to religious philosophy. more
“I am the false character that follows the name around.”
“I'll only tell you what matters. And, the truth is, everything matters.”
“Once dishonesty is introduced, distrust becomes the hallmark of future dealings or associations.”
“Honest self-understanding liberates us from our stuck emotions.”