"The
man who knows how to be strong will not be in a hurry to receive the
reward of his virtue. He is patient. Indeed it is fortitude that teaches
us to appreciate the human and divine virtue of patience. '"By your
patience you will gain possession of your souls." (Luke 21:19) The
possession of the soul is attributed to patience, which in effect is the
root and guardian of all the virtues. We secure possession of our souls
through patience, for, by learning to have dominion over ourselves, we
begin to possess that which we are.' And it is this very patience that
moves us to be understanding with others, for we are convinced that
souls, like good wine, improve with time."
St. Josemaría Escrivá
St. Josemaría Escrivá
