READING,
DEVOTIONAL

Idleness is the enemy of the soul. And therefore, at fixed times, the brothers ought to be occupied in manual labor; and again, at fixed times, in sacred reading.

Rule of Benedict

Read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest.

Book of Common Prayer

Christian devotional reading helps us find intimate union with God, its motivation being to love God with all our heart, mind, and will.

Jonathan Edwards

Read to refill the wells of inspiration.

Harold J. Ockenga

If you would benefit, read with humility, simplicity and faith, and never seek the fame of being learned.

Thomas à Kempis

In all things I sought quiet, and found it not save in retirement and in books.

Thomas à Kempis