Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Ven. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows is a biography written by Hyacinth Hage in 1899. The book chronicles the life of Gabriel Possenti, a member of the Congregation of the Passion, who is also known as Ven. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows. The biography details Gabriel's life from his birth in Italy in 1838 to his death at the age of 24 in 1862. Gabriel was known for his deep devotion to the Virgin Mary and his commitment to a life of poverty and self-sacrifice. He was also known for his exceptional spiritual gifts, including visions and the ability to perform miracles. The book provides a detailed account of Gabriel's spiritual journey, including his decision to join the Passionist order, his struggles with illness and temptation, and his eventual canonization by the Catholic Church. The biography also includes anecdotes and personal recollections from those who knew Gabriel during his lifetime, as well as a detailed account of the events leading up to his beatification and canonization. Overall, The Life of Ven. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows is a compelling and inspiring account of a young man's deep faith and commitment to a life of service and devotion. It is a valuable resource for those interested in the lives of Catholic saints and the history of the Passionist order.With An Introduction.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.
