Introduction to the Devout Life

St Francis Of Sales

ISBN 10: 1602067341 / ISBN 13: 9781602067349

Published by Cosimo Sep 2007, 2007

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Neuware - In Introduction to the Devout Life, 17th-century French clergyman Francis de Sales addresses himself to the mass of Christians who do not believe it possible that they could live a devout life while also struggling to make their way in the world. He contends that devotion is not a state necessarily relegated to monks in cloisters, but can be a quality of life to which everyone can aspire. Accordingly, the book is arranged as a self-help guide to lead the reader through the process of developing a life lived in accordance with God.Christians seeking a deeper connection with the divine will find this an inspiring read.French bishop and Roman Catholic saint FRANCIS DE SALES (1567-1622) is known for his work converting Protestants to Catholicism. He was a renowned preacher and writer; among his works is Treatise on the Love of God.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to the Devout Life
• Publisher: Cosimo Sep 2007
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1602067341
• ISBN 13: 9781602067349
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 222W x 145H x 21D millimeters 222 millimeters width by 145 millimeters height by 21 millimeters depth
• Weight: 564 grams

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Synopsis

In Introduction to the Devout Life, 17th-century French clergyman Francis de Sales addresses himself to the mass of Christians who do not believe it possible that they could live a devout life while also struggling to make their way in the world. He contends that devotion is not a state necessarily relegated to monks in cloisters, but can be a quality of life to which everyone can aspire. Accordingly, the book is arranged as a self-help guide to lead the reader through the process of developing a life lived in accordance with God. Christians seeking a deeper connection with the divine will find this an inspiring read. French bishop and Roman Catholic saint FRANCIS DE SALES (1567-1622) is known for his work converting Protestants to Catholicism. He was a renowned preacher and writer; among his works is Treatise on the Love of God.

About the Author

Francis de Sales took seriously the words of Christ, Learn of me for I am meek and humble of heart. As he said himself, it took him 20 years to conquer his quick temper, but no one ever suspected he had such a problem, so overflowing with good nature and kindness was his usual manner of acting. His perennial meekness and sunny disposition won for him the title of Gentleman Saint.