Saint Francis de Sales – 9 Quotes

9 Quotes by Saint Francis de Sales

There was never an angry man that thought his anger unjust.

– Saint Francis de Sales

Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.

– Saint Francis de Sales

Those who love to be feared fear to be loved.

– Saint Francis de Sales

A quarrel between friends, when made up, adds a new tie to friendship.

– Saint Francis de Sales

Make friends with the angels, who though invisible are always with you. Often invoke them, constantly praise them, and make good use of their help and assistance in all your temporal and spiritual affairs.

– Saint Francis de Sales

Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself.

– Saint Francis de Sales

Never be in a hurry do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.

– Saint Francis de Sales

Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength.

– Saint Francis de Sales

When you encounter difficulties and contradictions, do not try to break them, but bend them with gentleness and time.

– Saint Francis de Sales