St. John the Dwarf: Even if we are entirely despised in the eyes of men . . .

Sayings from Saints, Elders, and Fathers, St. John the Dwarf / By
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“Even if we are entirely despised in the eyes of men, let us rejoice that we are honoured in the sight of God.”

— St. John the Dwarf to his brother (Daniel), The Sayings of the Desert Fathers

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