Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of St. John Berchman's of the Society of Jesus is a biographical account of the famous Jesuit saint, written by Giuseppe Boero and originally published in 1889. The book chronicles the life of St. John Berchman, who was born in Belgium in 1599 and joined the Jesuit order at the age of 17. Berchman was known for his devotion to the Virgin Mary and his strict adherence to the Jesuit rule of discipline and obedience.The book follows Berchman's life through his years of formation and training as a Jesuit, his work as a teacher and spiritual director, and his eventual death at the age of 22. Boero provides detailed descriptions of Berchman's daily life, his relationships with his fellow Jesuits and with his students, and his spiritual practices and devotions.Throughout the book, Boero emphasizes Berchman's humility, self-discipline, and devotion to God. He also highlights Berchman's supernatural gifts, including his ability to read hearts and his visions of the Virgin Mary. The book includes numerous anecdotes and stories that illustrate Berchman's virtues and his impact on those around him.Overall, The Life of St. John Berchman's of the Society of Jesus is a detailed and inspiring biography of a beloved Jesuit saint. It provides valuable insights into the life and spirituality of the Jesuit order during the early modern period, and it offers readers a model of holiness and devotion to emulate.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
