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*The Rose in the Thorns* is a newly adapted meditation book from the works of St. Francis de Sales titled "Speak to the Heart with the Heart." Preface/p. 5. With its relatively short length, it serves as a guide to help readers easily approach meditation through daily reading of one subheading and prayer. This book is a spiritual text that aids in prayer and meditation, as well as in our spiritual lives during Lent. It generously offers various pieces of advice to help us live as mature
This book, containing the meditations of Saint Francis de Sales, is beautiful. These short meditations leave a long, lingering impression, making it impossible to read quickly despite its thinness. As I turn the pages, I find myself reading even more slowly, driven by a desire to look at it for a long, long time. There is an overflow of so many things within me, around me, and in the world. Consequently, it seems that the time to encounter, recognize, and cherish truly precious and beautiful
This is a very comforting book. It feels as if spiritual parents are calmly admonishing me, making firm declarations, and gently embracing me. After seeing this book, I remembered that my husband had a copy titled *Francis de Sales, Saint of Friendship*, so I dug it up. I will read this book as well, which depicts the saint's life story.
This book is a great help for meditation in times like these. The unique cover also caught my eye. As I read every single sentence, every single one of them resonated deeply. My plans for after leaving my job had all gone awry due to COVID-19, leaving me feeling quite uneasy, but this book was incredibly helpful, as every single sentence seemed to give me strength. I want to spend this Lenten season... and rest at home, reading this book again and again to meditate until the world becomes
This book conveys the reflections and comfort regarding the worries and difficulties of human life's journey through the heart of Saint Francis de Sales, who lived in the 16th and 17th centuries, transcending time. Unlike its thin appearance and short passages, it leaves a lingering impression through deep meditation on a single theme each day. It is a gift-like book that I highly recommend to anyone of faith!
We have entered a Lenten season that is more somber than ever due to COVID-19. Just as Jesus fasted in the wilderness for 40 days, this is a time when we must walk the path guided by the Lord more steadfastly, unwavering in the face of any temptation. Although this book is less than 200 pages long, it is a devotional guide that helps you take time to reflect on your life by reading one page a day and savoring every line. Today, I pray with folded hands that we may find the Lord's love, which is
It takes some time to finish reading this book. The book itself is not thick, and the writings under each subheading are not long. However, the content of these writings resonates more deeply the more you read them, and they are the kind of things that require deep thought and reflection. In particular, the advice of Saint Francis de Sales seems to serve as a great teaching for us as we live our lives following God.
I remember when I first received the book. It wasn't thick, it was a devotional, and the cover was antique. As I read on, it matched my initial impression to some extent, and differed to others. It was an old book, matching its antique cover, and although it was thin, I felt that it was not an easy read as I continued to read. This book is a devotional newly adapted from the works of St. Francis de Sales. Bishop James D. Conley, who was ordained in 2008, reportedly received St. Francis de
"Rose in the Thorns" is a book that feels like it holds the answer, much like a rose that blooms fully amidst pain and trials. No one can claim to live a perfectly faithful life. Even I, despite my efforts, am constantly tormented and troubled by the temptations of life itself and unexpected events; in my attempts to resolve them, I sometimes get entangled in seemingly harmless incidents. It is at times like these that Cas Readers sent me "Rose in the Thorns." As I turned the first page, I
I usually tend to read through books in one sitting. However, this book is composed of several very short pieces; although the content of each is brief, the meaning it holds is so profound that it compels you to meditate. Therefore, it is definitely not a book that can be read quickly. The total number of pages is small, but each piece, while brief, is profound and allows for introspection. Furthermore, it is perfectly tailored to the average reader's level, so I was able to read it without any
Francis de Salesio: Rose in the thorns
Temptation comes to everyone. We may feel confused and distressed due to unexpected situations in daily life, difficult relationships, and many other reasons. Even if we reflect on ourselves, repent, and make a confession promising never to sin again, negative feelings do not disappear in an instant. Despite promising to live with our eyes fixed solely on God, we may eventually drift further away from Him. To aid the spirituality of believers in such situations, *Rose in Thorns: The Path of Perfection Following Christ* (Catholic Publishing House, President Father Didacco Kim Dae-young) has been published. This book is a collection of meditations compiling the advice of Saint Francis de Sales, considered the greatest spiritual director. By presenting methods that laypeople can easily practice in their daily lives, the Saint shows us how to draw closer to God by strengthening our piety. Today, more than ever, Catholics need a clear guide to illuminate the path of living as disciples of Christ. Unfortunately, we have lost many of the great customs of devout piety that shape Catholic culture and the Catholic conscience. There is beauty in penance, self-denial, and a life of devotion and asceticism. That beauty is captured in the works of Saint Francis de Sales. — From the Preface
Korean title: 가시 속의 장미
Korean author: 프란치스코 살레시오
Korean publisher: 가톨릭출판사
ISBN-13: 9788932116846
Reviews
*The Rose in the Thorns* is a newly adapted meditation book from the works of St. Francis de Sales titled "Speak to the Heart with the Heart." Preface/p. 5. With its relatively short length, it serves as a guide to help readers easily approach meditation through daily reading of one subheading and prayer. This book is a spiritual text that aids in prayer and meditation, as well as in our spiritual lives during Lent. It generously offers various pieces of advice to help us live as mature
This book, containing the meditations of Saint Francis de Sales, is beautiful. These short meditations leave a long, lingering impression, making it impossible to read quickly despite its thinness. As I turn the pages, I find myself reading even more slowly, driven by a desire to look at it for a long, long time. There is an overflow of so many things within me, around me, and in the world. Consequently, it seems that the time to encounter, recognize, and cherish truly precious and beautiful
This is a very comforting book. It feels as if spiritual parents are calmly admonishing me, making firm declarations, and gently embracing me. After seeing this book, I remembered that my husband had a copy titled *Francis de Sales, Saint of Friendship*, so I dug it up. I will read this book as well, which depicts the saint's life story.
This book is a great help for meditation in times like these. The unique cover also caught my eye. As I read every single sentence, every single one of them resonated deeply. My plans for after leaving my job had all gone awry due to COVID-19, leaving me feeling quite uneasy, but this book was incredibly helpful, as every single sentence seemed to give me strength. I want to spend this Lenten season... and rest at home, reading this book again and again to meditate until the world becomes
This book conveys the reflections and comfort regarding the worries and difficulties of human life's journey through the heart of Saint Francis de Sales, who lived in the 16th and 17th centuries, transcending time. Unlike its thin appearance and short passages, it leaves a lingering impression through deep meditation on a single theme each day. It is a gift-like book that I highly recommend to anyone of faith!
We have entered a Lenten season that is more somber than ever due to COVID-19. Just as Jesus fasted in the wilderness for 40 days, this is a time when we must walk the path guided by the Lord more steadfastly, unwavering in the face of any temptation. Although this book is less than 200 pages long, it is a devotional guide that helps you take time to reflect on your life by reading one page a day and savoring every line. Today, I pray with folded hands that we may find the Lord's love, which is
It takes some time to finish reading this book. The book itself is not thick, and the writings under each subheading are not long. However, the content of these writings resonates more deeply the more you read them, and they are the kind of things that require deep thought and reflection. In particular, the advice of Saint Francis de Sales seems to serve as a great teaching for us as we live our lives following God.
I remember when I first received the book. It wasn't thick, it was a devotional, and the cover was antique. As I read on, it matched my initial impression to some extent, and differed to others. It was an old book, matching its antique cover, and although it was thin, I felt that it was not an easy read as I continued to read. This book is a devotional newly adapted from the works of St. Francis de Sales. Bishop James D. Conley, who was ordained in 2008, reportedly received St. Francis de
"Rose in the Thorns" is a book that feels like it holds the answer, much like a rose that blooms fully amidst pain and trials. No one can claim to live a perfectly faithful life. Even I, despite my efforts, am constantly tormented and troubled by the temptations of life itself and unexpected events; in my attempts to resolve them, I sometimes get entangled in seemingly harmless incidents. It is at times like these that Cas Readers sent me "Rose in the Thorns." As I turned the first page, I
I usually tend to read through books in one sitting. However, this book is composed of several very short pieces; although the content of each is brief, the meaning it holds is so profound that it compels you to meditate. Therefore, it is definitely not a book that can be read quickly. The total number of pages is small, but each piece, while brief, is profound and allows for introspection. Furthermore, it is perfectly tailored to the average reader's level, so I was able to read it without any
