“Beati, qui audiunt Verbum Dei.” (S. Luc. 11:28.) “Blessed are they who keep the word of God.” Human consolations are worthless if they hinder such as are divine. When you hear the Holy Scripture read, remember it is God who speaks to you; humble yourselves then, and receive his words with a grateful heart. The truth is not to be despised because of the simplicity and want of learning in him who declares it; but he that leads a good life teacheth well;