Then the flesh that has been mortified shall triumph more than if it had always been pampered in delights. Then shall the mean habit shine, and fine clothing appear contemptible.
-Bk. I, ch. xxiv.
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Someone had pitied the Carmelites for having to wear thick habits in hot weather: "In Heaven," said the Saint, "God will reward us for having worn thick and heavy habits for love of Him."
-Novissima Verba.
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Adapted from Just For Today(©1943 Burns & Oates)
Nihil Obstat: Reginaldus Phillips, S.T.L.,Censor deputatus
Imprimatur: Edwardus Myers, Vic. Cap.
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