Quotes about Reflection
Dogma is by definition nothing other than an interpretation of Scripture. The defined dogmas of our faith, then, encapsulate the Church's infallible interpretation of Scripture, and theology is a further reflection upon that work.
— Scott Hahn
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— Scott Hahn
A good meditation, even when it is interrupted by occasional nodding, is much more beneficial than many outward religious exercises.
— Johannes Tauler
Grief drives men into habits of serious reflection, sharpens the understanding, and softens the heart
— John Adams
Amidst your Ardor for Greek and Latin I hope you will not forget your mother Tongue. Read Somewhat in the English Poets every day. . . . You will never be alone, with a Poet in your Poket. You will never have an idle Hour.
— John Adams
The longer I live, the more I read, the more patiently I think, and the more anxiously I inquire, the less I seem to know...Do justly. Love mercy. Walk humbly. This is enough.
— John Adams
What thing is so pleasant, and what so profitable, as to talk of the things of God?
— John Bunyan
Dark clouds bring waters, when the bright bring none.
— John Bunyan
It is profitable for Christians to be often calling to mind the very beginnings of grace with their souls.
— John Bunyan
A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes, smart enough to profit from them, and strong enough to correct them.
— John Maxwell
The suffering we bring on ourselves, we can ask to be taken away from us once we repent of it. The suffering sent to instruct us, we can ask for the strength to endure, and the humbleness to be instructed.
— John C. Wright
We must resist wandering thoughts in prayer.Raising our hands reminds us that we need to raise up our minds to God,setting aside all irrelevant thoughts.
— John Calvin