The Wisdom of SFS

Translated by Mario DiTata

During his lifetime St. Francis wrote many books and innumerable letters of spiritual advice. He was known far and wide as the best spiritual director of his day. He converted seventy-two thousand Calvinists back to the Catholic Faith. Introduction to the Devout Life is one of his most widely known works. This compilation of gems of wisdom from this great Doctor of souls is a small tribute to his genius and sanctity and a book from you will derive much consolation.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Part One: Prayer and the Sacraments

1. The Word of God

2. Devotion to Mary, the Angels, and the Saints

3. The Confession of Sins

4. The Holy Eucharist

5. Other Public Devotions

6. The Spirit of Recollection

7. Consolations in Prayer

Part Two: The Virtues

1. The Selection of Virtues

2. Patience

3. Humility

4. Obedience

5. Chastity

6. Poverty of Spirit

7. Modesty

8. Faithfulness to Duty

9. Social Virtues

Part Three: Obstacles to Virtue

1. Opposition from the World

2. Temptations

3. Harmful Desires

4. Dangerous Amusements

5. Anger

6. Rash Judgment and Detraction

7. Anxiety

8. Sadness

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