The words are very distinctly formed; but by the bodily ear they are not heard. They are, however, much more clearly understood than they would be if they were heard by the ear. It is impossible not to understand them, whatever resistance we may offer... there is no escape, for in spite of ourselves we must listen...


St. Teresa of Jesus of the Order of Our Lady of Carmel (ed. 1911)

Teresa of Ávila Quotes

The words are very distinctly formed; but by the bodily ear they are not heard. They are, however, much more clearly understood than they would be if ...

The words are very distinctly formed; but by the bodily ear they are not heard. They are, however, much more clearly understood than they would be if ...

The words are very distinctly formed; but by the bodily ear they are not heard. They are, however, much more clearly understood than they would be if ...

The words are very distinctly formed; but by the bodily ear they are not heard. They are, however, much more clearly understood than they would be if ...