"If forgers and malefactors are put to death by the secular power, there is much more reason for excommunicating and even putting to death one convicted of heresy."

"Whatever is received is received according to the nature of the recipient."

"In order for a war to be just, three things are necessary. First, the authority of the sovereign. Secondly, a just cause. Thirdly, a rightful intention."

"Faith has to do with things that are not seen and hope with things that are not at hand."

"The smallest seed of faith is better than the largest fruit of happiness."

"Happiness is a monstrosity! Punished are those who seek it."

"The foundation of joy is the journey is far more important than the destination."

"In the depths of adversity, joy is found not in possessing, but in appreciating."