Virtues are formed by prayer. Prayer preserves temperance. Prayer suppresses anger. Prayer prevents emotions of pride and envy. Prayer draws into the soul the Holy Spirit, and raises man to Heaven. -- St Ephraem
By humble and faithful prayer, the soul acquires, with time and perseverance, every virtue. -- St Catherine of Siena
It is simply impossible to lead, without the aid of prayer, a virtuous life. -- St. John Chrysostom
(Original entry: November 3, 2011)
