Welcome to our compilation of quotes by Thérèse of Lisieux, also known as Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face. Thérèse, a French Carmelite nun, left an indelible mark on the world through her spiritual writings and teachings. Born Marie Françoise-Thérèse Martin in Alençon, France, in 1873, she entered the Carmelite convent at Lisieux at the young age of 15. Despite her brief life, which ended at just 24 years old, Thérèse’s profound insights into spirituality, simplicity, and love continue to inspire millions around the globe.
Thérèse’s spiritual journey, often referred to as the Little Way, emphasizes finding holiness in everyday actions and the importance of childlike trust in God’s love and mercy. Her autobiography, The Story of a Soul, has been translated into numerous languages and remains a beloved spiritual classic. Thérèse was canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church in 1925, and her feast day is celebrated on October 1st. Through her writings and example, she invites us to embrace a life of humility, love, and devotion to God.
Love proves itself by deeds, so how am I to show my love? Great deeds are forbidden me. The only way I can prove my love is by scattering flowers, and these flowers are every little sacrifice, every glance and word, and the doing of the least actions for love. Th?r?se of Lisieux
I have always wanted to become a saint. Unfortunately, when I have compared myself with the saints, I have always found that there is the same difference between the saints and me as there is between a mountain whose summit is lost in the clouds and a humble grain of sand trodden underfoot by passers-by. Th?r?se of Lisieux
I feel in me the vocation of the Priest. I have the vocation of the Apostle. Martyrdom was the dream of my youth, and this dream has grown with me. Considering the mystical body of the Church, I desired to see myself in them all. Th?r?se of Lisieux
I understood that the Church had a Heart, and that this Heart was burning with love. Th?r?se of Lisieux
