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At the head of all understanding is realizing what is and what cannot be and the consoling of what is not in our power to change.

— Solomon Ben Judah  <link>

You will find the glory of charity more than a match for the parade of power.

— St. Ambrose  <link>

Our weakness is the key to our salvation, not our strength (talents, etc.). In my weakness, God’s strength is made perfect. In my weakness, I can learn to pray like the Publican, while in my strength, I invariably pray like the Pharisee. Blessed are the meek.

— Fr. Stephen Freeman (via)  <link>

Power is always temporary.

— Martin Firrell [via]  <link>