If the storms of temptation arise, if you crash against the rocks of tribulations, look to the star, call upon Mary! If you are tossed about on the waves of pride, of ambition, of slander, of hostility, look to the star, call upon Mary! If you begin to be swallowed up by the abyss of depression and despair, think of Mary! In dangers, in anxiety, in doubt, think of Mary, call upon Mary! When you are terrified by judgement or in despair, think of Mary!
If she holds you, you will not fall, if she protects you, you need not fear.
- St. Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153)
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