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Title: The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi
Credits: Produced by Scott Pfenninger, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi" by Candide Chalippe is a historical account likely written in the early 18th century. The text explores the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, highlighting his spiritual journey, dedication to poverty, and legendary feats of charity and compassion towards the poor and marginalized. It emphasizes his profound connection to the teachings of Jesus Christ and portrays his transformation from a worldly youth to a revered saint. The opening of the work introduces readers to Saint Francis's early life, outlining his privileged upbringing in Assisi, Italy, as the son of a wealthy merchant. However, despite his affluence, Francis feels a deepening discontent with worldly pleasures. Following a series of prophetic dreams and divine encounters, he embraces a life of poverty, dedicates himself to service, and is prompted to rebuild the church of St. Damian. His transformation is marked by a passionate love for the poor, leading him to publicly beg for alms and eventually renounce his father's wealth in a dramatic encounter. The beginning sets the stage for a narrative rich in miracles, profound spirituality, and the enduring legacy of Francis’s teachings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Chalippe, Candide, 1684-1757
Editor: Duerk, Hilarion, 1883-
EBook No.: 6367
Published: Aug 1, 2004
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: Francis, of Assisi, Saint, 1182-1226
Subject: Miracles -- Early works to 1800
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi
Credits: Produced by Scott Pfenninger, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi" by Candide Chalippe is a historical account likely written in the early 18th century. The text explores the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, highlighting his spiritual journey, dedication to poverty, and legendary feats of charity and compassion towards the poor and marginalized. It emphasizes his profound connection to the teachings of Jesus Christ and portrays his transformation from a worldly youth to a revered saint. The opening of the work introduces readers to Saint Francis's early life, outlining his privileged upbringing in Assisi, Italy, as the son of a wealthy merchant. However, despite his affluence, Francis feels a deepening discontent with worldly pleasures. Following a series of prophetic dreams and divine encounters, he embraces a life of poverty, dedicates himself to service, and is prompted to rebuild the church of St. Damian. His transformation is marked by a passionate love for the poor, leading him to publicly beg for alms and eventually renounce his father's wealth in a dramatic encounter. The beginning sets the stage for a narrative rich in miracles, profound spirituality, and the enduring legacy of Francis’s teachings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Chalippe, Candide, 1684-1757
Editor: Duerk, Hilarion, 1883-
EBook No.: 6367
Published: Aug 1, 2004
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: Francis, of Assisi, Saint, 1182-1226
Subject: Miracles -- Early works to 1800
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.