Quotes by Pope John Xxiii

See everything, overlook a great deal, correct a little.

I have looked into your eyes with my eyes. I have put my heart near your heart.

Men are like wine - some turn to vinegar, but the best improve with age.

The true and solid peace of nations consists not in equality of arms, but in mutual trust alone.

The family is the first essential cell of human society.

The true and solid peace of nations consists not in equality of arms, but in mutual trust alone.

Italians come to ruin most generally in three ways, women, gambling, and farming. My family chose the slowest one.

It is now for the Catholic Church to bend herself to her work with calmness and generosity. It is for you to observe her with renewed and friendly attention.