An Introduction to the Devout Life
Part 1, Chapters 1-8
Group members: Matthew, Thomas, Fernando, Tresforte
The first eight chapters of the book demonstrated St Francis' simplicity and pastoral gifts. The chapters were striking in their accessibility and rich in analogy. The book was clearly intended for an average European Catholic believer, as is evidenced through various references to nature, references that would undoubtedly be understood by an average European Catholic believer. By employing these references, St Francis implores the reader to seek God, and love God, in their own (often ordinary) situation, whatever that may be. Therefore, the overall message of the book seems to be that holiness is attainable by everyone, no matter who they are or where they are in life.
Part 1, Chapters 1-8
Group members: Matthew, Thomas, Fernando, Tresforte
The first eight chapters of the book demonstrated St Francis' simplicity and pastoral gifts. The chapters were striking in their accessibility and rich in analogy. The book was clearly intended for an average European Catholic believer, as is evidenced through various references to nature, references that would undoubtedly be understood by an average European Catholic believer. By employing these references, St Francis implores the reader to seek God, and love God, in their own (often ordinary) situation, whatever that may be. Therefore, the overall message of the book seems to be that holiness is attainable by everyone, no matter who they are or where they are in life.
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