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Franciscan wisdom for a simpler, more compassionate life today.

The Lessons of Saint Francis

How to Bring Simplicity and Spirituality into Your Daily Life

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  • Paperback

    272 pages

  • Release Date

    1 October 1998

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Summary

The life of St. Francis of Assisi was a paradigm of simplicity, humanity, and love. In today’s busy world, his practices have enormous appeal, described in this inspiring work by John Michael Talbot, the founder of The Brothers and Sisters of Charity, a lay order based on the Franciscan principles of simplicity and self-sufficiency.

In The Lessons Of St. Francis, Talbot and co-author Steve Rabey demonstrate the enduring significance of Franciscan wisdom. Organized by topic, s…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780452278349
ISBN-10:0452278341
Author:John Michael Talbot, Steve Rabey
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:Plume
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:272
Release Date:1 October 1998
Weight:210g
Dimensions:19mm x 133mm x 183mm
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The Lessons of Saint Francis by John Michael Talbot - ISBN: 9780452278349
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Critics Review

“A thought-provoking work that, like St. Francis, can appeal to anyone, anywhere.”—Houston Chronicle

“Like translations of the Bible, the lives of saints need to be periodically retranslated for a new time. The Lessons of St. Francis does just that for all who are open to being transformed by the life of this enduring saint.”—Michael Card, award-winning musician and the author of The Joy in the Journey

“A fine manual of spirituality for everyday living… an excellent introduction to St. Francis and his ongoing influence. Anyone who seeks a simple, commonsense approach to spirituality in today’s busy, noisy world will benefit from this book.”—CBA Marketplace

“Readers will learn much about the mission, legacy, and timeless appeal of Francis, this most human of saints.”—Wichita Eagle

“This small wisdom book combines personal narration with practical advice to cut across all religious traditions. Through the universally loved life and works of Francis of Assisi, the author weaves a guidebook of spirituality for moderns. The whole tapestry works because the strands are strong and reliable. The reader is invited to take up those threads and make, not a medieval tapestry, but a refashioned modern life after the pattern of St. Francis.”—Murray Bodo, author of The Journey and the Dream

“Filled with concrete suggestions, this is sure to appeal to seekers of a more simple and authentic life.”—Library Journal

“Covers every aspect of the best of Christianity lovingly, producing a book that could easily make converts.”—Booklist

About The Author

John Michael Talbot

John Michael Talbot is a Grammy Award-winning, multiplatinum-selling Christian music pioneer. He is also a bestselling author of more than two dozen books on Christian living and monastic traditions. Talbot is the founder and general minister of the Brothers & Sisters of Charity, a monastic community whose members follow the Franciscan principles of simplicity, service, and prayer. His itinerant ministry focuses on bringing authentic Catholic Revival to dioceses and parishes throughout the world.

Eve Rabey has written two thousand articles and authored/coauthored three dozen books on spirituality, religion, and culture. He lives in Colorado.

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