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Introduction to the Devout Life

By Francis De Sales

By Francis De Sales

By Francis De Sales and John K. Ryan

By Francis De Sales and John K. Ryan

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Part of Image Classics

Paperback $18.00

Apr 09, 2002 | ISBN 9780375725623

Paperback $18.00

Jan 04, 1972 | ISBN 9780385030090

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    About Introduction to the Devout Life

    A compassionate treasure that guides seekers through practical ways of attaining a devout life without renouncing the world and offers prayers and meditations to strengthen devotion in the face of temptation and hardship.

    Francis de Sales’s Introduction to the Devout Life has remained a uniquely accessible and relevant treasure of devotion for nearly four hundred years. As Bishop of Geneva in the first quarter of the sevenjteenth century, Francis de Sales saw to the spiritual needs of everyone from the poorest peasants to court ladies. The desire to be closer to God that he found in people from all levels of society led him to compile these instructions on how to live in Christ.

    About Introduction to the Devout Life

    Francis de Sales’s Introduction to the Devout Life has remained a uniquely accessible and relevant treasure of devotion for nearly four hundred years. As Bishop of Geneva in the first quarter of the seventeenth century, Francis de Sales saw to the spiritual needs of everyone from the poorest peasants to court ladies. The desire to be closer to God that he found in people from all levels of society led him to compile these instructions on how to live in Christ. Francis’s compassionate Introduction leads the reader through practical ways of attaining a devout life without renouncing the world and offers prayers and meditations to strengthen devotion in the face of temptation and hardship.

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    About Francis De Sales

    Francis de Sales (1567-1622) was born into a privileged family and studied law before abandoning his prospects for the religious life. He was appointed Provost of Geneva, a center of Calvinism. With his quick mind and the persuasive pamphlets that… More about Francis De Sales

    About Francis De Sales

    Francis de Sales (1567-1622) was born into a privileged family and studied law before abandoning his prospects for the religious… More about Francis De Sales

    Product Details

    Category: Religion | Spiritual Nonfiction

    Paperback | $18.00
    Published by Vintage
    Apr 09, 2002 | 288 Pages | 5-3/16 x 8 | ISBN 9780375725623

    Category: Religion | Spiritual Nonfiction

    Paperback | $18.00
    Published by Image
    Jan 04, 1972 | 352 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | ISBN 9780385030090

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