The Quotable Saint
Books / Paperback
ISBN: 0816043760 / Publisher: Checkmark Books, November 2002
Covering topics ranging from abortion and abundance to worry and worthiness, this alphabetically-arranged compendium offers the wisdom of more than one hundred saints.
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Drawing on the wisdom of more than 100 saints, The Quotable Saint presents a collection of inspirational words and sayings. Grouped according to more than 250 topics, the quotations consider every aspect of life and spirituality, from anger, angels, and understanding to children, charity, and love, as well as many others.Taken from the writings and speeches of men and women canonized, beatified, or declared venerable by the church, as well as those considered saints through martyrdom or by acclaim, the text is meant to engage the heart, mind, and soul. Individuals quoted include: Ambrose; Thomas Aquinas; Augustine; Francis de Sales; Vincent de Paul; Josemaria Escriva; Hildegard of Bingen; Ignatius of Loyola; Faustina Kowalska; Padre Pio; Teresa of Avila; Therese of Lisieux; Elizabeth Seton; Edith Stein; and Francis Xavier.Special features include an appendix of short biographies of the saints and an extensive bibliography. The Quotable Saint is a rich and enlightening resource for readers seeking the insight and wisdom of holy men and women through the ages.
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