Aelred of Rievaulx Quotes on Love
Aelred of Rievaulx was an English Cistercian abbot, theologian, and one of the most beloved spiritual writers of the twelfth century. This page collects quotes attributed to Aelred of Rievaulx on the topic of love, drawn from across the philosopher's works.
Quotes
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Attributed to Aelred of Rievaulx:
“He who has friends is rich.”
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Attributed to Aelred of Rievaulx:
“True friendship is grounded in Christ; without him it cannot endure.”
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Attributed to Aelred of Rievaulx:
“Friendship is wisdom, and wisdom is friendship.”
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Attributed to Aelred of Rievaulx:
“Love is the foundation of every virtue.”
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Attributed to Aelred of Rievaulx:
“Where charity is, there is light; where light is, there is life.”