St. Basil Quotes

A collection of quotes by St. Basil.

St. Basil, also known as Basil the Great, was a prominent figure in the early Christian church. Born in 329 AD in Caesarea, Cappadocia (modern-day Turkey), he dedicated his life to serving God and promoting Christian teachings. St. Basil played a significant role in defending the orthodox faith against heresies and was instrumental in the development of monasticism in the Eastern Church. He was known for his ascetic lifestyle, intellectual prowess, and compassionate nature. St. Basil's writings, including his famous works on theology and ethics, continue to inspire and guide believers to this day.

A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good dee

A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.

St. Basil


He who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kin

He who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.

St. Basil

Manners

A good deed is never lost. He who sows courtesy, reaps frien

A good deed is never lost. He who sows courtesy, reaps friendship; he who plants kindness, gathers love; pleasure bestowed on a grateful mind was never sterile, but generally gratitude begets reward.

St. Basil

Goodness

Let sleep itself be an exercise in piety, for such as our li

Let sleep itself be an exercise in piety, for such as our life and conduct have been, so also of necessity will be our dreams.

St. Basil

Dreams