Introduction to the devout life
By: St. Francis de Sales ; edited and abridged by Charles Dollen.
Contributors: Dollen, Charles.
Publisher: Alba House
Published: 1992
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 185
Subjects: Meditations -- Early works to 1800
Description: Unlike so many of the other spiritual books of his time which were written for persons who had withdrawn from the world or were preparing to do so, this work was addressed to those who lived in cities, who had jobs and families to think about on top of trying to live a life which was both sanctifying and fulfilling. The book begins by detailing the need for a firm resolve to lead a life of union with the Lord and then it discusses the means: sacraments, prayer, the practice of virtue, things to be avoided and finally exercises to help one to continue to grow spiritually.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references  (p. 181) and index.
Translation of: Introduction à la vie dévote.