Introduction to the Devout Life

Introduction to the Devout Life

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Read, Piers Paul
SPCK
EAN: 9780281077106
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'What was revolutionary, in Francis, was his belief that one could remain in the world and yet be holy.'Piers Paul Read, from the IntroductionFrancis de Sales was born in France and became Bishop of Geneva in the early seventeenth century. Famed for his patience, he was known as a preacher, evangelist and spiritual director. Together with Jane de Chantal, he founded the congregation of the Visitation of Holy Mary.Written to help lay people to live in the world without being influenced by its spirit, Introduction to the Devout Life is a timeless classic on spiritual growth. It provides a series of practical meditations that can enrich the reader's prayer life.In short, pithy chapters, Francis de Sales gives advice on such topics as humility, patience and poverty of spirit. His aim is to guide anyone with courage and determination to live a life of true devotion.
EAN 9780281077106
ISBN 028107710X
Binding Ebook
Publisher SPCK
Publication date January 19, 2017
Pages 160
Language English
Country Uruguay
Authors Read, Piers Paul
Series Christian Classics Library