Introduction to the Devout Life
Published on 26. June 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
272 pages
978-0-486-47168-6 (ISBN)
Description
How to live a holy life in the secular world is the focus of this masterpiece of Christian literature by a 16th-century priest. Drawn from the letters of St. Francis de Sales, this enduring spiritual guide offers clear and direct advice about praying, resisting temptation, and maintaining devotion to God.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Dimensions
Height: 213 mm
Width: 142 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
339 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-486-47168-6 (9780486471686)
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Person
A key figure in France's Counter Reformation, St. Francis de Sales (1567-1622) served as Bishop of Geneva and was canonized in 1665. The popularity of his prolific writings on spirituality led to his nomination as the patron saint of authors and journalists.