Think of Our Lord, either as dwelling alone in the seclusion of the tabernacle, or spending whole nights, as was His wont when on earth, in prayer alone upon Mount Olivet. Hear how He invites you to seek such solitude, saying: "When thou shalt pray, enter into thy chamber and having shut the door, pray to thy Father in secret." (Matthew 6:6) . . .
All the saints delighted in solitude; it was their joy; in it they found courage and fortitude for life's conflicts, solace in sorrow, assistance in their work, and a blissful peace which is sought in vain midst the turmoil of the world. Happy banishment, here below most sweet and welcome, hereafter the means of preserving me from eternal exile.
-- Ilg,
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