Saint Bernard Quotes


The mind must first reflect upon itself in order that it may frame a rule of Justice, and not be inclined to do to another what it would not have done to itself, nor refuse to another what it desires for itself. These two assuredly comprise the whole sphere of Justice.


Citations

Bernard of Clairvaux. Five Books on Consideration: Advice to a Pope. Translated by John D. Anderson and Elizabeth T. Kennan. Cistercian Publications, 1976, p. 55.

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Saint Bernard
Saint Bernard
  • Born: February 6, 1605
  • Died: January 12, 1667
  • Nationality: Greek
  • Profession: Saint

Bernardo da Corleone, born Filippo Latini, was a Roman Catholic professed religious from the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin.