Beautiful music is the art of the prophets that can calm the agitations of the soul it is one of the most magnificent and delightful presents God has given us.

Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world.

My heart, which is so full to overflowing, has often been solaced and refreshed by music when sick and weary.

Music is the art of the prophets and the gift of God.

For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and silver.

Peace if possible, truth at all costs.

Peace is more important than all justice and peace was not made for the sake of justice, but justice for the sake of peace.

There is no more lovely, friendly and charming relationship, communion or company than a good marriage.

To gather with God's people in united adoration of the Father is as necessary to the Christian life as prayer.

War is the greatest plague that can afflict humanity, it destroys religion, it destroys states, it destroys families. Any scourge is preferable to it.