February 5 John Greenleaf Whittier, 1807–1892 To know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. (Ephesians 3:19) Love is Silence—when your words would hurt. Love is Patience—when your neighbor’s curt. Love is Deafness—when a scandal flows. Love is Thoughtfulness—for others’ woes. Love is Promptness—when stern duty calls. Love is Courage—when misfortune falls. —Unknown The Bible teaches that the three cardinal virtues