The Spiritual Direction of Saint Claude de la Colombière (pp. 179-200)
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contains the full quote quoted in Why Stand Ye Here Idle?, which begins:
The good order of things in the world depends upon the fidelity with which each one performs the duties of his state of life. All disorder originates in negligence upon this point.
This is why the sexes should be segregated in the workplace; cf. "Men in female-dominated (or women in male-dominated) jobs a sin?" (same thread on another forum).
St. Claude la Colombiere, recently canonized by Pope John Paul II, ranks among the masters of the spiritual life as a director of souls. He gave direction to countless souls, including St. Margaret Mary Alacoque , the visionary of the Sacred Heart revelations. Jesus told St. Margaret Mary, "Father Claude is my perfect friend and servant. His gift is to lead souls to God.
"St. Claude preached missions and retreats on the Sacred Heart. He was also a clever psychologist who easily read the hearts of other. His sure judgment, aided by grace, enabled him to understand the difficulties of each soul and give the advice most needed for each person. Readers of this spiritual gem will find his insights full of wisdom and inspiration. His writings cover such important areas of the spiritual life as Confession, Mass and Holy Communion, Confidence in God, Perfection and Holiness, Peace of Soul, Charity, Education of Children, Spiritual Joy, Prayer, Zeal and much more.