The Wisdom Of St Francis And His Companions

Author : Stephen Clissold
Publisher : New Directions Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780811207218
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Wisdom of St. Francis and His Companions written by Stephen Clissold and published by New Directions Publishing. This book was released on 1979 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The humble but heroic figure of St. Francis (1182-1226), who gave up wealth and security to espouse a life of poverty, an apostolic existence as much like Christ's as possible, attracted a strong and immediate following. In a series of vivid vignettes, The Wisdom of St. Francis and His Companions portrays the lives of the original members of the Franciscan community--the childlike innocence of their faith, their brave self-denial and acute sayings, and the sometimes comic effects of their simplicity. St. Francis himself was a poet, and his work, together with the picturesque episodes of his extraordinary life, evoke a perennial response--as witness his revered "Canticle to the Sun."

Author : Jon M. Sweeney
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
ISBN 13 : 1250209668
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book St. Francis of Assisi written by Jon M. Sweeney and published by St. Martin's Essentials. This book was released on 2019-10-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to St. Francis's life and his most profound teachings of faith St. Francis of Assisi is one of the most venerated Christian figures, and his profound teachings, deep love of nature, and commitment to simplicity have resonated with generations of followers. St. Francis of Assisi, the latest title in the Essential Wisdom Library, offers a simple and universal introduction to Francis’s life, his key teachings, and the spiritual practices that enriched his faith and the lives of those who follow his legacy. Author Jon M. Sweeney, one of the most popular Francis interpreters, introduces the iconic Christian as a man of his time and as one whose wisdom transcends eras. Beginning with a timeline of the saint’s life, St. Francis of Assisi includes the teachings that made Francis such a unique and powerful figure. His words apply to a diverse set of situations—from advice for people in positions of power, to teachings on gratitude, and the Rule of Life which governed every facet of life for Franciscans. The book concludes with explanations of some of his most powerful practices, which can offer wisdom and insight for our own lives. St. Francis emphasized the importance of living a simple, truthful life, making his spiritual practices just as impactful and relevant in the modern day as they were centuries ago. St. Francis of Assisi is the perfect guide for anyone looking to learn more about the saint or hoping to incorporate his wisdom into their own spiritual lives.

Author : Saint Francis (of Assisi)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 152 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Legend of Saint Francis written by Saint Francis (of Assisi) and published by . This book was released on 1905 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Saint Francis (of Assisi)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book "The Little Flowers." written by Saint Francis (of Assisi) and published by . This book was released on 1924 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Saint Francis (of Assisi)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Writings of Saint Francis of Assisi written by Saint Francis (of Assisi) and published by . This book was released on 1905 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : John Paul Thomas
Publisher : My Catholic Life!
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Lessons from Saint Francis of Assisi written by John Paul Thomas and published by My Catholic Life!. This book was released on 2022-10-17 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Saint Francis of Assisi is perhaps the most known and loved saint within the Catholic Church. Though many flock to him because of his portrayal as one who loved animals and nature, he became one of the greatest saints in the history of the world for one simple reason: he was a true servant of the Most High God. The goal of this book, Lessons from Saint Francis of Assisi: The Wisdom of God’s Beloved Servant is to offer various stories from Saint Francis’s life in such a way that the reader can apply them to their own life. Saint Francis was unquestionably one of the greatest saints to ever live. The way he accomplished this greatness is worth studying and imitating. As you read this book, know that it is best to read in a slow and prayerful way. It is best to take one lesson, reflection, and prayer at a time. Use the lesson for meditation and the reflection and prayer for personal application. Though it is hard to imagine ourselves ever reaching the heights of sanctity achieved by Saint Francis, know that it is possible for us all. Saint Francis embraced the will of God with a radical abandonment and ongoing zeal. This resulted in him becoming one with Christ and doing great things for God and His Church in a very short period of time.

Author : Wayne Simsic
Publisher : Paulist Press
ISBN 13 : 9780809140503
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Living the Wisdom of St. Francis written by Wayne Simsic and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through a series of short meditations, introduces readers to St. Francis' song, showing how his canticle calls us to a new birth, inspires us to affirm the fullness of the divine in the world around us, and encourages us to live a dream here and now, while living in harmony with each other and all c

Author : Richard Rohr
Publisher : Franciscan Media
ISBN 13 : 1616367024
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Eager to Love written by Richard Rohr and published by Franciscan Media. This book was released on 2020-03-05 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Francis of Assisi is one of the most beloved of all saints. Both traditional and entirely revolutionary, he was a paradox. He was at once down to earth and reaching toward heaven, grounded in the rich history of the Church while moving toward a new understanding of the world beyond. Globally recognized as an ecumenical teacher, Richard Rohr started out—and remains—a Franciscan friar. The loving, inclusive life and preaching of Francis of Assisi make him a recognizable and beloved saint across many faith traditions. He was, as Rohr notes, “a master of ‘making room for it’ and letting go of that which was tired or empty.” Francis found an “alternative way” to follow Jesus, one that disregarded power and privilege and held fast to the narrow path of the Gospel. Rohr helps us look beyond the birdbath image of the saint to remind us of the long tradition founded on his revolutionary, radical, and life-changing embrace of the teachings of Jesus. Rohr draws on Scripture, insights from psychology, and literary and artistic references, to weave together an understanding of the tradition as first practiced by St. Francis. Rohr shows how his own innovative theology is firmly grounded in the life and teaching of this great saint and provides a perspective on how his alternative path to the divine can deepen and enrich our spiritual lives. The audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible.

Author : Regis J. Armstrong
Publisher : New City Press
ISBN 13 : 1565481143
Total Pages : 892 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Francis of Assisi - The Prophet: Early Documents, vol. 3 written by Regis J. Armstrong and published by New City Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 892 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Prophet is the third volume in this extraordinary series of "the writings of Saint Francis and those of the early Franciscan witnesses" and it will "be of estimable value to scholars, students, and lovers of Il Poverello as well...a scholarly achievement done in the service of history, theology and spirituality." (Lawrence Cunningham)

Author : Brother Ramon
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780802838537
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Wisdom of Saint Francis written by Brother Ramon and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: St. Francis of Assisi is probably the best-loved of all the mystics of the Christian tradition. his vision of God's goodness and richness embraced not only humanity but the whole of creation, and he expressed this vision in poems of powerful simplicity.