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Introduction to the Devout Life | 
 enlarge | Authors: Francis De Sales, John K. Ryan
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Pages: 336
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Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.9
ISBN: 0385030096
Dewey Decimal Number: 291
EAN: 9780385030090
ASIN: 0385030096
Publication Date: February 4, 1972
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Devout life does not require withdrawal from the world. This was the central insight of Saint Francis de Sales, a 16th-century priest whose Introduction to the Devout Life has not gone out of print in almost four centuries. Francis served the church at a dangerous time in a dangerous place: during the Reformation, in Calvinist areas of France, when celebrating mass was punishable by death. He was a popular minister and a prolific letter writer whose correspondence was cherished for its clear and direct instruction in the ways of piety. The book collects passages from many of those letters, organized as one message addressed to the allegorical character Philothea (which means "lover of God"). The book includes long sections about prayer, temptation, and how to maintain and renew devotion to God. But it is most distinguished by its discussion of how to live a holy life in the secular world. Each chapter (such as "How to Combine Due Care for a Good Reputation with Humility") is frank, uncannily modern, and precise. --Michael Joseph Gross
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Written for Christians in every walk of life and for every age, St. Francis De Sales classic work transcends secular lines and provides a unique handbook of spiritual reflection for people in every avenue of life.
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 Simplicity December 8, 2008
From another era and from a brilliant mind, this book is very simple and very beautiful. The touching moments of reaching God as a child holding a father's hand are really beyond words. As someone raised as a catholic, but who follows a different path, I still read this book with great devotion and think that St. Francis de Sales has a great deal of common sense to speak to people today. I think it isn't necessary to go into the sense of the need for sacrifice or suffering (why would a loving God require that of his children - why would any loving father require that of his children...or any loving mother??). All the same a beautiful book written by a wise man with a great soul...and a great deal of practical advice.
Most Beautiful Princess
Spiritual Growth for Normal People March 26, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I was skeptical about starting this book, because most of the saints' writings I have read have been very theological or spiritual in nature, basically above my head. This one is practical and easy to follow. It makes sense for an everyday person who is just trying to grow closer to God. It applies to each individual no matter what your vocation or job and is specifically directed at those who are NOT priests or religious (although they probably would benefit, as well). This is a classic! A winner that will be read and re-read for years to come!
don't hesitate to buy this book! February 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Although written so long ago, it really is wonderful for our day and age today! Very practical advise and food for thought in an easy to read style. There is so much to gain from reading this book, written for everyone.
Quite frankly indispensable November 11, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is an astoundingly helpful book. St. Francis de Sales manages to give all the benefit that you can reap from a spiritual guidance book. In one of the first chapters, he recommends finding an actual spiritual director- best advice. In conjunction with doing so, this is one of the most wonderful little treasures I have come across. It pertains to all people, of all states, too. I have other books- Divine Intimacy, Words of Love, Divine Mercy in My Soul, School of Jesus Crucified... each is priceless. But this little book is especially good- St. Francis speaks so simply, clearly and beautifully, and it is set up that one can easily pick it up and turn to the subject/chapter that he wants particular counsel on right away. This can help you advance quickly in the spiritual life, with confidence and love!
Wealth November 5, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This classic is a wealth of insight and advice for nurturing a devout life. It predates and foreshadows the call for all to be saints at Vatican II and by faithful like Pope John Paul II and Saint Josemaria Escriva to sanctify the ordinary. This is a powerful and profitable book for our times from the great evangelist who won many back to the Catholic faith from the Protestant reformation. For the historical value as a classic it is well worth reading but as a practical devotional toward a truly devout life even today, it is a priceless treasure of the faith.
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