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Author:
Francis, de Sales, Saint, 1567-1622. 255250
Title:
The art of loving God : simple virtues for the Christian life / St. Francis de Sales.
Publisher:
Sophia Institute Press,
Copyright Date:
1998
Description:
xi, 150 pages ; 18 cm
Subject:
Virtues--Early works to 1800.
Spirituality--History--History--17th century.
Spiritual life--Catholic Church--Early works to 1800.
Spiritual life--Catholic Church.
Spirituality--Catholic Church.
Virtues.
1600-1699
Early works.
History.
Other Titles:
Vrays entretiens spirituels. English
Notes:
Originally published as: The spiritual conferences. London : Burns & Oates Ltd., 1906. Includes bibliographical references.
Contents:
Have confidence in God's mercy -- Embrace God's will with equanimity -- Practice humility to increase your generosity -- Obey those placed in authority over you -- Be patient as you seek perfection -- Be modest in your bearing -- Practice interior modesty -- Learn modesty in speech -- Accept reproofs without bitterness -- Turn your attention to God -- Simply love God -- Continue to make good resolutions -- Love God simply -- Be untroubled by public opinion -- Abandon yourself wholly to God -- Do not seek special crosses or privileges -- Desire nothing, refuse nothing.
ISBN:
9780918477439
0918477433
9780918477422
0918477425
OCLC:
(OCoLC)34704882
LCCN:
96008387
Locations:
N2AX314 -- Divine Word College - Matthew Jacoby Library (Epworth)

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