The virtuous soul that is alone and without a master is like a long lone burning coal; it will grow colder rather than hotter. John of the Cross More Quotes by John of the Cross More Quotes From John of the Cross When there is no love, pour in love and you shall draw out love. John of the Cross no-love law-of-attraction draws Upon a darkened night the flame of love was burning in my breast John of the Cross flames eye night