The Voice of the Beloved.
1. Thou must, beware of curious and unprofitable searching into this most profound sacrament, if thou wilt not sink into the depth of doubt.
He that is a searcher of Majesty shall be oppressed by glory. Proverbs xxv. God is able to work more than man can understand.
A pious and humble inquiry after truth is tolerable, which is always ready to be taught, and studies to walk in the sound doctrine of the Fathers.
2. Blessed is that simplicity that leaveth the difficult ways of disputes, and goeth on in the plain and sure path of God's commandments.
Many have lost devotion, whilst they would search into high things.
It is faith that is required of thee, and a sincere life; not the height of understanding, not diving deep into the mysteries of God.
If thou dost not understand nor comprehend those things that are under thee, how shouldst thou comprehend those things that are above thee?
Submit thyself to God, and humble thy sense to faith, and the light of knowledge shall be given thee, as far as shall be profitable and necessary for thee.