Thomas à Kempis - Simplicity Quotes

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If thou hadst simplicity and purity, thou wouldst be able to comprehend all things without error, and behold them without danger. The pure heart safely pervades not only heaven, but hell.

Thomas à Kempis

If thou desire to profit, read with humility, simplicity, and faithfulness; nor even desire the repute of learning.

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Two wings lift a person up from earthly concerns: Simplicity in intention, and Purity in feeling.

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Simplicity and purity are the two wings by which a man is lifted above all earthly things. Simplicity is in the intention — purity in the affection. Simplicity tends to God,— purity apprehends and tastes Him.

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If thou wilt receive profit, read with humility, simplicity, and faith; and seek not at any time the fame of being learned.

Thomas à Kempis

Purity and simplicity are the two wings with which man soars above the earth and all temporary nature. Simplicity is in the intention, purity in the affection; simplicity turns to God; purity unites with and enjoys him.

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Simplicity reaches out after God; purity discovers and enjoys Him.

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