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I know a very old
nun of most exemplary life in every way – would to God my life were like hers!
– very holy, very austere, and a perfect religious, who has spent many hours
for several years in vocal prayers, but cannot make use of mental prayer: the
utmost she can do is to pause a little, from time to time (during her Ave
Marias and Paternosters). Many people resemble her.
If they are
humble, I do not think they are more imperfect or believe they will be any the
worse for it in the end but quite as well off as those who enjoy many
consolations.
In one way such
souls are safer, for we cannot tell whether spiritual delights come from God or
from the devil: if they are not divine they are very dangerous, for Satan tries
to excite pride by their means: however,
if they are sent by God there is nothing to fear for they bring humility with
them.
(The Way of Perfection,
17:3)
