We make ourselves a. . .
We make ourselves a ladder out of our vices if we trample the vices themselves underfoot
— St. Augustine of Hippo
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St. Ephrem of Syria: Virtues are formed by prayer. . . .
“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. Ephrem of Syria
