Diadochos of Photiki: Quotes about self-confidence

Diadochos of Photiki was Byzantine saint. Explore interesting quotes on self-confidence.

Diadochos of Photiki: 20 quotes0 likes

“The eye of the soul cannot be led astray when its veil, by which I mean the body, is refined to near-transparency through self-control.”

Diadochos of Photiki

§ 71
On Spiritual Knowledge and Discrimination (480 AD)

“One side of the soul is carried away by the passionate part in man, and we are then captivated by the good things of this life, but the other side of the soul frequently delights in the activity of the intellect and, as a result, when we practice self-restraint, the intellect longs to pursue heavenly beauty.”

Diadochos of Photiki

§ 28
On Spiritual Knowledge and Discrimination (480 AD)

“Spiritual discourse always keeps the soul free from self-esteem, for it gives every part of the soul a sense of light, so that it no longer needs the praise of men.”

Diadochos of Photiki

§ 11
On Spiritual Knowledge and Discrimination (480 AD)