The Life of Saint Francis of Assisi

THE LIFE OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI
SAINT BONAVENTURE

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ISBN-13: 978-1-78379-317-4

The grace of God our Saviour hath in these latter days gave the impression in His servant Francis unto all such as be in point of fact humble, and lovers of holy Poverty, who, adoring the overflowing mercy of God seen in him, are taught by his ensample to absolutely deny ungodliness and worldly lusts and to live after the manner of Christ, thirsting with unwearied desire for the blessed hope. For God Most High regarded him, as one that in point of fact used to be poor and of a contrite spirit, with so great condescension of His favour as that not only did He raise him up in his need from the dust of his worldly way of living, but additionally made him a true professor, leader, and herald of Gospel perfection. Thus He gave him for a light unto believers, that by bearing witness of the light he would possibly prepare for the Lord the way in which of light and peace within the hearts of the faithful.

PUBLISHER: CATHOLIC WAY PUBLISHING