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The Little Flowers of Saint Francis

Author
Saint Francis of Assisi
Series
Christian Classics
Language
English
Length
212 pages
ISBN
9781911535454
Published
25 September 2016
Imprint
Adelphi Press
  • Saint Francis of Assisi
  • St Francis
  • Pope Francis
  • Vatican
  • Christianity
  • religion
  • faith
  • truth
  • wisdom
  • Jesus

Description

The Little Flowers of Saint Francis is a beloved collection of legends, anecdotes, and stories about the life and miracles of Saint Francis of Assisi and his earliest followers. Written in the 14th century by an anonymous author inspired by Franciscan ideals, this devotional work captures the spirit of humility, poverty, and joy that defined Francis and his brothers. Through tales of divine encounters, acts of compassion, and supernatural events, the book conveys the deep spiritual wisdom and moral courage of the early Franciscans. Though not a formal biography, it offers a heartfelt portrayal of Francis’s teachings and the transformative power of Christian love. Filled with simplicity and grace, The Little Flowers remains a timeless source of inspiration for those seeking a deeper understanding of faith, peace, and service to others.

Author

Francis of Assisi (c. 1181–1226) turned wealth into a legend of poverty and praise. Son of a merchant, he left comfort for an itinerant life of preaching, founded the Franciscan order, and wrote of sun, wind, and creatures as kin. The Canticle of the Creatures and the prayers in our catalogue keep that weather: holiness that looks at birds and beggars with the same courtesy.

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