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The Little Flowers of Saint Francis
by
Thomas Okey ,
Thomas Okey
Told in brief anecdotes of charming simplicity, these stories include Saint Francis's sermon to the birds, his taming of a savage wolf, his conversion of the Sultan of Babylon, and his miraculous healing of a leper. Their universal appeal extends to people of all faiths and to every intellectual level.
Paperback, 176 pages
Published
September 19th 2003
by Dover Publications
(first published 1390)
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Father Serra chose the name Junipero based on his character in The Little Flowers, and I wanted to see what that was all about, and was not disappointed. He is, as the editor states, "the favourte of children everywhere."
St. Bonaventure's life was for me most enjoyable, having a more modern organization, but all three works had their own virtues and surprisingly little overlap.
"For, as in the picture of the Lord and the Blessed Virgin painted on wood, the Lord and the Blessed Virgin are honou...more
St. Bonaventure's life was for me most enjoyable, having a more modern organization, but all three works had their own virtues and surprisingly little overlap.
"For, as in the picture of the Lord and the Blessed Virgin painted on wood, the Lord and the Blessed Virgin are honou...more
A wonderful, early portrayal of a fascinating, complex man and the movement he began which renewed Christendom. This is the most readable of the early biographies of St. Francis I have found.
I've not read this version, only the Italian "I Fioretti di San Francesco", but if one cannot read that, why not read this. The gospel of the Middle Ages with the "Alter Christus".
Because his mind was altogether freed and abstracted from earthly things he was like the swallow.
-Pope Gregory IX on St. Francis
-Pope Gregory IX on St. Francis
I love the message that St. Francis gives with his great love for all beings and nature.
In a world that is so focused on material goods, we are witnessing the rise of a generation that wants it all, and feels entitled to have it all. This book is a humbling lesson in poverty and a reminder of what is truly needful.
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." ~ Matthew 5:3
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." ~ Matthew 5:3
A collection of stories about Francis and his monks that are equal parts history, folk tales, and anecdotes. The high points for me were the stories of Friar Juniper. He's a Franciscan Amelia Bedelia.
Love all things St. Francis of Assisi
one of my favorites
It was a good book of folk tales surrounding the Franciscan Order and it's founder, the devout Saint Francis.
You definitely need to have some faith to be able to take these stories at face value. Also, if you're not a Catholic you might have some trouble with some of the Theological principles.
Still, it's an inspirational (and short) read about a Godly man.
You definitely need to have some faith to be able to take these stories at face value. Also, if you're not a Catholic you might have some trouble with some of the Theological principles.
Still, it's an inspirational (and short) read about a Godly man.
It's good to remember that 7,000 miles and about 800 years separate me and this strange Italian man.
But not only is the world of space and time bigger than I am used to thinking; the possibilities that arise when a human being becomes a genuine friend of the Lord are much weirder, more surprising, delighting and baffling than I ever knew.
But not only is the world of space and time bigger than I am used to thinking; the possibilities that arise when a human being becomes a genuine friend of the Lord are much weirder, more surprising, delighting and baffling than I ever knew.
I really wish I liked magic realism, or at least symoblic legendism, as a genre. As I am, I kept thinking, "Come on Frankie, show us you're true colors." And then I had to hit myself to keep from singing that horrible song...
Mar 19, 2009
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Towards the end of '08, I read the first 40 or so pages (the preface, introduction, and chronology) and was captivated!!! But, I have to put school readings first... I can't wait to come back to this text. (3-19-09)
These are the writings of St. Francis. I found it difficult to get through, but not a bad read for anyone. I felt it was mostly about living the best life you can for your fellow man.
one of the most spiritual people who has ever lived
adult faith in action
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