Blessed is the one who finds wisdom
and is full of prudence.

 
St. Bernard of Clairvaux, 12th century

Seek what is better than what you are
so that you can be made better by it.

 
St. Augustine, 5th century

We should be humble in mind,
putting aside all arrogance, pride and foolish anger.

 
St. Clement of Rome, 1st century

But who could become perfect?
Our perfection is living humbly as children of God,
doing his will in practice. 

 
Benedict XVI, 21st century

A generous spirit is itself great wealth.

 
St. Leo the Great, 5th century

The world is in a miserable state.
Those who are kindly, modest, merciful and just
will send out their streams for the good of others.
The pure of heart, peacemakers, and those ardent for truth
will order their lives so as to contribute to the common good.

 
St. John Chrysostom, 4th century

Let us earn the name of being considerate,
let us be generous.

 
St. Gregory Nazianzen, 4th century

We should dedicate ourselves to the activities
that please God himself.

 
St. Gregory of Agrigentum, 3rd century