Publisher's Synopsis
Works of the Seraphic Father St. Francis of Assisi is a collection of writings by one of the most beloved saints in Christian history. St. Francis of Assisi is known for his devotion to poverty, his love for nature, and his deep spiritual insight. This book includes a range of his works, from his famous Canticle of the Sun to his letters to fellow friars.The book begins with a brief biography of St. Francis, outlining his life and ministry. It then moves on to his writings, which are divided into five sections. The first section includes his prayers and devotions, which reveal his deep love for God and his desire to live a holy life. The second section includes his sermons and teachings, which focus on the importance of humility, compassion, and simplicity.The third section includes his letters to fellow friars, in which he offers guidance and encouragement to those who are striving to live a life of poverty and service. The fourth section includes his rules for the Franciscan order, which outline the principles and practices that he believed were essential for a life of devotion and service.The final section includes his poetry, including his famous Canticle of the Sun, which celebrates the beauty and goodness of God's creation. Throughout the book, St. Francis's love for God, his fellow human beings, and all of creation shines through, inspiring readers to live a life of faith, compassion, and service.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.
