Introduction to the Devout Life: A Popular Abridgment

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Summary: Introduction to the Devout Life : A Popular Abridgment
Review: This book by St Francis De Sales is very readable and inspiring for anyone wanting to be a lover of God. Written in the 1600's it is as relevant today as then. Aimed not at Religious or Priests but at Lay men and women it explains how to build your faith and prayer life. The abridgement enables today's reader to clearly follow the teachings of this French Bishop. Excellent reading.

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Summary: Review from the Publisher
Review: This may be the greatest Catholic spiritual guide for lay people ever written. First published in 1609, its message is still entirely fresh and apropos today, and this popular abridgement which only deletes some extra language and multiple examples, renders it more powerful still. This great Doctor of the Church walks the beginner through several important decisions which lead to choosing the devout life. He then explains all the purifications we must go through and the rejection of mortal and venial sin. Finally he shows us how we are to fulfill our religious obligations and how we are to conduct ourselves in the world as devout Catholics. Covers prayer, how to meditate, Confession, frequent Communion, recreation, dancing, dress, poverty (both actual and spiritual), chastity, obedience, humility, slander, rash judgement, good and evil friendships, etc. Includes special instructions for husbands and wives on marriage. Great Catholic wisdom and one of the Church's best-loved spiritual classics!