[PDF] The Greatest Saint Of France eBook

Author : Anatole France
Publisher : Wildside Press LLC
Page : 972 pages
File Size : 46,86 MB
Release : 2010-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 143441082X

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Anatole France (born François-Anatole Thibault, 1844–1924) was a French poet, journalist, and novelist with several best-sellers. Ironic and skeptical, he was considered in his day the ideal French man of letters. He was a member of the Académie française and won the 1921 Nobel Prize in Literature “in recognition of his brilliant literary achievements, characterized as they are by a nobility of style, a profound human sympathy, grace, and a true Gallic temperament.” This volume assembles six of his greatest novels: Penguin Island, The Crimes of Sylvestre Bonnard, The Gods Are Athirst, The Revolt of the Angels, Thaïs, and The Red Lily.

Author : Thomas Dubay
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 33,89 MB
Release : 2009-09-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1681493861

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Fr. Thomas Dubay, a renowned teacher and writer on prayer and the spiritual life, presents a simple, profound and practical book on the most important of all human activities, communion with God. Prayer Primer is written for intelligent adults (and teenagers) who want God and a serious prayer life, but it does not presuppose that they need or have a theological background. It does take up many questions rarely answered adequately in the classroom or from the pulpit, often not mentioned at all: Why pray? (be ready for some surprises) ... Why vocal prayer is important and yet should be limited ... What contemplation is and is not ... Praying with Scripture ... Family prayer - even how to introduce children to group meditation ... Prayer in a busy life ... Pitfalls and problems - together with solutions ... Buddhism? New Age? Centering prayer? ... What should you do when dry and empty and not at all inclined to pray? How do you even get started? ... Where and how to begin? ... Assessing progress ... Growing in depth. All of these subjects, and more, are clearly and concisely explained for citizens of this 21st century.

Author : David N. Bell
Publisher : Liturgical Press
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 15,77 MB
Release : 2017-04-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0879071710

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This volume contains translations or summaries of the most important panegyrics in praise of Saint Bernard that were preached during the reign of Louis XIV. Some of the preachers were and are regarded as the greatest orators ever to grace the French pulpit. All the translations are extensively annotated, and there are three introductory chapters providing a necessary background for appreciating the sermons. Sixteen preachers are represented, and, with one exception, none of the material has ever appeared in English. For those interested in the afterlife of Saint Bernard, as he was used, and sometimes abused, in the reign of the Sun King, this collection provides essential primary sources.

Author : Stendhal
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 22274 pages
File Size : 11,61 MB
Release : 2023-12-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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The Greatest French Classics Of All Time serves as a literary voyage through the rich landscape of French literature, encapsulating the vibrancy and diversity of its canon. From the piercing introspection of Proust to the adventurous realms of Verne, this anthology curates an essential compendium of works that have shaped not only national but global thought and imagination. Each piece is a testament to the multifaceted nature of human experience, woven through a spectrum of genres that include tragedy, comedy, realism, and romance. The anthology stands out for its inclusion of seminal works that have sparked literary movements, challenged societal norms, and transcended the confines of their temporal settings to offer timeless reflections on life and society. The contributing authors, a constellation of literary luminaries such as Voltaire, Hugo, Sand, and Baudelaire, bring a wealth of perspectives to the collection. Their backgrounds, ranging from the philosophical musings of Rousseau to the stark realism of Zola, highlight a period of intense literary innovation and exploration in France that corresponded with tumultuous social and political change. Together, these authors have not only contributed to the shaping of modern French identity but have also left an indelible mark on world literature, allowing readers to trace the evolution of literary forms and themes across centuries. The Greatest French Classics Of All Time is an indispensable treasure trove for anyone keen to embark on a comprehensive exploration of French literary heritage. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the works of master storytellers whose narratives have perennially captivated the hearts and minds of readers around the globe. This anthology is not just a showcase of Frances literary genius; it is a gateway to a broader appreciation of the universal themes of human condition, love, conflict, and aspiration. Through its pages, readers are invited to participate in a continuous dialogue with the past, enriching their understanding of the evolving nature of literature and the enduring power of storytelling.

Author : Saint Francis De Sales
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 22,40 MB
Release : 2015-06-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1681497220

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Written over 400 years ago, Introduction to the Devout Life is still one of the most popular books for those pursuing holiness. St. Francis de Sales explains how to turn that desire for sanctity into resolutions that yield grace-filled results. Themes include: Pursuing a devout life whole-heartedly Incorporating prayer and sacraments into a busy schedule Growing in virtue Battling wisely against temptation Making spiritual progress through daily, monthly, and yearly exercises Whether you are just beginning your spiritual journey or are more advanced in the spiritual life, you’ll be able to apply this timeless wisdom immediately. Let St. Francis de Sales illumine the path to holiness and strengthen your desire to walk that road with the Lord. St. Francis de Sales (1567–1622) was the Bishop of Geneva and a renowned spiritual director. Preaching during the Counter-Reformation, he is estimated to have converted 70,000 Calvinists in his short lifetime. He was a fervent proponent of the universal call to holiness and spent much of his time guiding lay people on the road to sanctity. Declared a Doctor of the Church by Pope Pius IX in 1877, St. Francis is still helping to form saints through his many writings, of which Introduction to the Devout Life is the most famous.

Author : Comtesse Marie Borchgrave de Altena
Publisher :
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 16,50 MB
Release : 2013-04-21
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ISBN : 9781484175422

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In England alone there were I52 churches dedicated in honour of this Saint, before the devastating period of the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century, it will be acknowledged that England held in peculiar veneration the holy solitary of Limousin, who in far-off days led his hermit life in the Forest of Pauvain, about ten miles from Limoges. It was there that he initiated works of wide-reaching benefit there led his life, for the most part solitary, yet filled with good works and miracles of mercy, which appealed to the imagination and held the attention of many generations. It was at first proposed to write the Life from materials supplied by Arbellot's work, but the devotion and piety of this author touched one, and his dedication and explanatory preface seemed to warrant rather a translation of his own words.This book, too, has been published to assist in raising an altar in honour of the Saint in the Catholic church at St. Leonards-on-Sea. For then there could be fittingly enshrined a notable relic of St. Leonard, which was generously given to the church in November, 1907, by the venerable parish priest, Canon Gadenne, of Raches, near Douai, France.Next to St. Martial, the Apostle of Aquitaine, who, by reason of his Apostola te, holds the first rank in dignity, the Saint who has cast the greatest lustre on the Diocese of Limoges is, without doubt, St. Leonard, the patron of prisoners.The province of Limousin has had its illustrious Saints; it has seen flourish a great number who came to take refuge within its dark woods and under the roof-tree of its monasteries; but there are none who have become so celebrated, and whose cult was so spread through the Christian world, as that of St. Leonard."It is difficult in a crowd to look upon Jesus; some measure of solitude is necessary. "-ST. AUGUSTINE. Saint Leonard found this solitude as we read: "IN proportion as the tumult and the noise of the world had inspired the soul of Leonard with a profound dislike, so much the more did the solitude of this mountain fill his soul with deep and pure joy. He had read in Holy Scripture that "it behoveth us to rise before the sun to bless Thee, 0 Lord, and to adore Thee at the dawning of the day" (Wis. xvi. 28); and so the first strokes of dawn found him kneeling in prayer. At night he thought on the beauty of God as he gazed upon the stars, and, with the royal prophet, he cried out "For I will look upon the heavens, the work of Thy hands, the moon and stars, which Thou hast set. What is man that Thou art mindful of Him? or the son of man that Thou visitest him?" (Ps. viii. 4, 5). And what delight and sweetness did he not have in those lengthened-out communings with God and in those nights passed in prayer! "Thy name and Thy remembrance are the desire of the soul, 0 Lord. my soul desireth Thee in the night; yea, and with my spirit within me in the morning early I watch to Thee" (Isa. xxvi. 8, 9).