Notable Quote: Let Us Die by Pinpricks by Thérèse of Lisieux

I came across this little quote by the Little Flower herself, Thérèse of Lisieux.  I came across it in one of Magnificat’s meditations in October 2024 edition.  The meditation coordinated with the day of Thérèse’s Memorial, October 1^st.  The quote comes from a letter Thérèse wrote to her sister, Céline where Thérèse implores Céline to become the shadow of Jesus, and so step by step, service by service, sacrifice by sacrifice she will reach the same martyrdom as Christ.  Here is the quote.

 

“Before dying by the sword, let us die by pinpricks."

- Thérèse of Lisieux

 

I thought that so cute and perfect for Thérèse.  The “Little Way” of Thérèse’s spirituality also included a little way of little sacrifices, to die by little pinpricks! 

This is a nice introduction to her life by Bishop Barron.