Pope John Paul II

Famous quotes containing the words pope, john and/or paul:

    Most souls, ‘tis true, but peep out once an age,
    Dull sullen pris’ners in the body’s cage:
    Dim lights of life, that burn a length of years,
    Useless, unseen, as lamps in sepulchres;
    —Alexander Pope (1688–1744)

    This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
    Bible: New Testament Matthew, 3:17.

    A “voice from heaven,” following the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist.

    The greatest hatred, like the greatest virtue and the worst dogs, is silent.
    —Jean Paul Richter (1763–1825)