If a man wishes to be sure of the road he treads on, he must close his eyes and walk in the dark.
Quotes of the Saints
St. John of the Cross
Quotes
Remember Christ Crucified
Whenever anything disagreeable or displeasing happens to you, remember Christ crucified and be silent.
Use the Cross As His Cane
The road is narrow. He who wishes to travel it more easily must cast off all things and use the cross as his cane. In other words, he must be truly resolved to suffer willingly for the love of God in all things.