The Life Of Saint Philip Neri: Apostle Of Rome And Founder Of The Congregation Of The Oratory (1902)

The Life of Saint Philip Neri: Apostle of Rome and Founder of the Congregation of the Oratory is a biographical work by Pietro Giacomo Bacci, originally published in 1902. The book tells the story of Saint Philip Neri, a 16th century Italian priest who became known for his devotion to God and his charitable works. Neri was born in Florence in 1515 and moved to Rome at a young age to study theology. He became a priest in 1551 and soon gained a reputation for his piety and his ability to inspire others to lead a virtuous life. Neri founded the Congregation of the Oratory, a religious order dedicated to prayer, preaching, and pastoral work, and his influence on the Catholic Church in Italy was significant. Bacci's book provides a detailed account of Neri's life, including his early years in Florence, his time in Rome, and his founding of the Oratory. The author also explores Neri's spiritual beliefs and his legacy as a saint and a leader of the Catholic Church. The Life of Saint Philip Neri is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or the life of this influential figure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.