The Love of Eternal Wisdom

Oeuvres complètes #3

by Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort

This is the first English edition of one of the lesser known writings of Saint Louis-Marie de Montfort. Sometimes "The Love of Eternal Wisdom" is believed to hold the key to the full doctrine of the saint. Here, true devotion to Mary is presented as the fourth and most perfect means of attaining union with Christ, Eternal and Incarnate Wisdom.

Genres: Catholic, Christianity, Religion, Christian, Theology

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1856

About the author

Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort est un prêtre catholique français, né le 31 janvier 1673 à Montfort-la-Cane en province de Bretagne (aujourd'hui Montfort-sur-Meu en Ille-et-Vilaine) et qui est mort le 28 avril 1716 à Saint-Laurent-sur-Sèvre en province du Poitou) (de nos jours dans le département de la Vendée). Il est le fondateur de deux congrégations religieuses : la Compagnie de Marie (les Pères montfortains) d'où seront issus les Frères de Saint-Gabriel et une congrégation féminine : les Filles de la sagesse. Béatifié par Léon XIII, en 1888, il est canonisé par Pie XII, en 1947.

Saint Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort (31 January 1673 – 28 April 1716) was a French Roman Catholic priest and Confessor. He was known in his time as a preacher and was made a missionary apostolic by Pope Clement XI.

As well as preaching, Montfort found time to write a number of books which went on to become classic Catholic titles and influenced several popes. Montfort is known for his particular devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and the practice of praying the Rosary.

Montfort is considered as one of the early writers in the field of Mariology. His most notable works regarding Marian devotions are contained in The Secret of Mary and the True Devotion to Mary.

The Roman Catholic Church, under the pontificate of Pope Pius XII canonized Montfort on July 20, 1947. A "founders statue" created by Giacomo Parisini is located in an upper niche of the south nave of Saint Peter's Basilica.

Reviews

[J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is small and to the point, yet is a powerful distillate of Wisdom. The Reviewer took this book with him during Eucharistic Adoration, and will probably refer to this book again. It is the authors contention that the first 2/3rds of this book really is about Eternal Wisdom through His Life, Death, and Resurrection and what that means for those who seek Him, I believe this part of the book builds in the reader a longing for Eternal Wisdom. However the last 3rd of this book really gives the meat and potatoes on how to grow according to the Ways of Eternal Wisdom. Take this book with you, it will benefit the beginner and is certainly a great reminder for those more along The Way.

[Glenda Barrington · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enlightening and inspiring.

Mary plays an indispensable role in our salvation. A must read. Jesus came to us through her and the easiest and sure way to him is through her.

[Frank Pajunen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully written, though a little flowery sometimes. Full of spiritual encouragement and advice. Highly recommended.

[Matthew Purt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book on what exactly wisdom is, or to be more precise who wisdom is and the means by which we may share in His wisdom.

[Lkb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Magnificent! A wonderful summation of the Catholic Christian faith and how to really love Jesus, the Son of God. Highly recommended.

[Christine Calabrese · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a beautiful book! This book makes a great gift for those you love!

[Jesse · Rating 4 out of 5]

great read esp the second half of the book