So long as he preserves a love of prayer, and neglects none of his religious exercises, all will be well.

That is the touchstone which enables us to discern whether such an attack is sent from Heaven." "But, Father, he must at any rate be comforted." "I can do nothing but pray for him." "Another question: our friend is possessed by the notion of a monastic life; perhaps you ought to send him to a convent." The Abbe gave an evasive shrug.
"Dryness of spirit and the dreams to which it gives rise are not the sign of a vocation," said he.

"I might even say that they have a greater chance of thriving than of diminishing in the cloister.

From that point of view conventual life might be bad for him.

Still, that is not the only question to be considered--there is something else--and besides, who knows ?" He was silent, and presently added: "Much may be possible.
Give me my hat, Madame Bavoil.