More Quotes by Saint Patrick
The Lord opened the understanding of my unbelieving heart, so that I should recall my sins.
I am imperfect in many things, nevertheless I want my brethren and kinsfolk to know my nature so that they may be able to perceive my soul's desire.
Christ before me, Christ behind me,Christ in me.
I arise today Through the strength of heaven: Light of sun Brilliance of moon Splendor of fire Speed of lightning Swiftness of wind Depth of sea Stability of earth Firmness of rock.
Sufficient to say, greed is a deadly deed. You shall not covet your neighbor's goods.
So I live among barbarous tribes, a stranger and exile for the love of God.
If I have any worth, it is to live my life for God so as to teach these peoples; even though some of them still look down on me.
I am not ignorant of what is said of my Lord in the Psalm: "You destroy those who speak a lie." And again: "A lying mouth deals death to the soul." And likewise the Lord says in the Gospel: "On the day of judgment men shall render account for every idle word they utter."
I am Patrick, a sinner, most uncultivated and least of all the faithful and despised in the eyes of many.
I pray to God to give me perseverance and to deign that I be a faithful witness to Him to the end of my life for my God.
