Quote of the day
In England, the profession of the law is that which seems to hold out the strongest attraction to talent, from the circumstance, that in it ability, coupled with exertion, even though unaided by patronage, cannot fail of obtaining reward.
Jacques-Bénigne Bossuet
Born: September 27, 1627
Died: April 12, 1704 (aged 76)
Bio: Jacques-Bénigne Bossuet was a French bishop and theologian, renowned for his sermons and other addresses. He has been considered by many to be one of the most brilliant orators of all time and a masterly French stylist.
Known for:
- Meditations for Lent
- Meditations for Advent
- Meditations on Mary
- The Treasury of Catholic Meditations