• ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI by Chesterton

  • Sep 29 2024
  • Length: 10 mins
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ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI by Chesterton

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  • This text is an excerpt from G.K. Chesterton's book on Saint Francis of Assisi, published in 2010. Chesterton argues that understanding Saint Francis requires considering the world he lived in, particularly the end of the Dark Ages and the transition to the Middle Ages. He discusses Saint Francis's life from his childhood and his early dreams about becoming a soldier, to his conversion to a life of poverty and his founding of the Franciscan order. The text also explores Saint Francis's relationship with the Church, his attempts at conversion and martyrdom, and the controversy surrounding his vow of poverty. Chesterton emphasises the unique qualities of Saint Francis's personality, particularly his humility, his love for all people, and his deep connection to nature. He suggests that understanding Saint Francis's life requires acknowledging his mystical experiences and appreciating the paradoxical nature of his actions.

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