Alice von Hildebrand Quotes

Belgium, Philosopher
March 11, 1923 – January, 14, 2022.

Alice M. von Hildebrand, DCSG was a Catholic philosopher, theologian, lecturer, author, and former professor; she is also the second wife of Dietrich von Hildebrand.

Also known as Theologian, Lecturer, Author

There are very few real teachers. Teaching is not a job; it is a vocation. To be a great one many qualities must be combined: love of truth, knowledge, reverence, loving concern for one's students, clarity and patience.

Alice von Hildebrand
Just as our parents' souls revolted against God, their bodies revolted against their souls, to which they had been subject. And they realized 'that they were naked.

Alice von Hildebrand
- Parents
- Souls
- Revolted

There is nothing more opposed to equality than identity.

Alice von Hildebrand
Feminism without femininity is a sham.

Alice von Hildebrand
- Feminism
- Femininity
- Sham
There is a sad forgetfulness of Christian modesty, especially in the life and dress of women.

Alice von Hildebrand
- Life
- Dress
- Modesty
Unwittingly, the feminists acknowledge the superiority of the male sex by wishing to become like men.

Alice von Hildebrand
By living up to their calling, women will succeed in guaranteeing a proper recognition of the unique value of femininity and its crucial mission in the world.

Alice von Hildebrand
- Value
- Calling
- Femininity
Do you think that the Lord gave them to me for a decoration?

Alice von Hildebrand
- Lord
- Gave
- Decoration

To be conscious of one's weakness and to trust in God's help is the way to authentic strength and victory.

Alice von Hildebrand
An old fool is the worst of all fools.

Alice von Hildebrand
- Fool
- Old
- Worst