I know a man who, when he saw a woman of striking beauty, praised the Creator for her. The sight of her lit within him the love of God. (John Climacus)

I know a man who, when he saw a woman of striking beauty, praised the Creator for her. The sight of her lit within him the love of God.

John Climacus

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