Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi the Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi

The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi is a comprehensive biography of the famous Catholic saint, written by Father Candide Chalippe. The book covers the life of Saint Francis from his early years as a wealthy young man, to his conversion to a life of poverty and service to God, and his eventual canonization as a saint. The book explores the many legends and miracles associated with Saint Francis, including his ability to communicate with animals and his stigmata, and examines his impact on the Church and the world. Throughout the book, Father Chalippe draws on a variety of sources, including historical documents, letters written by Saint Francis himself, and accounts from those who knew him. The result is a fascinating and detailed portrait of one of the most beloved figures in Christian history. Whether you are a devout Catholic, a student of history, or simply interested in the life of this remarkable man, The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi is an essential read.After a contest of humility between the two patriarchs, as to who should speak first, Dominic, urged by Francis to take the lead, said to him: --""You excel me in humility, and I will excel you in obedience."" He then gave the cardinal this answer: --""My lord, my brethren may well consider themselves as holding a very elevated rank. What is there more honorable than teaching others from the Evangelical pulpit? What should well-thinking minds desire more than to be employed in defence of the faith, and to combat the enemies of the Church? For this reason I strenuously desire that my brethren may remain as they are, and I will keep them so as long as I can.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.