Jan 12, 2016
from De afflictione et lectione —
Travel by your reading all the way to paradise and sigh over what was lost. Drink from the four rivers by imbibing justice, prudence, fortitude and temperance. ... Walk with God as Enoch did ... In this manner with a deliberate but light step run through the contents of this book ... interpreting what is obscure, retaining and committing to memory what is straightforward. Whenever you enter a pleasant meadow of prophetic blessings, loosen the folds of your garment, stretch your belly, open your mouth and extend your hand ... Then come to Exodus and be saddened by the entry into Egypt. ... Observe how the law was given on Mt. Sinai and how it is open to spiritual understanding.
