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Hardcover Lives of the Saints Book

ISBN: 0899428703

ISBN13: 9780899428703

Lives of the Saints

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Lives Of The Saints 978-0-89942-870-3

The Lives of the Saints contains for each day of the year, a short biography of a Saint or Blessed along with a prayer. This volume of Saints' lives is in accord with the 2004 Roman Martyrology and the United States liturgical calendar, while the second familiarizes the reader with the extraordinary and sometimes surprising lives of lesser-known Saints and 'Blesseds.'

This companion to the classic Lives of the Saints, with over 60 beautiful illustrations and large, easy-to-read type, offers a new journey to travel as you walk with Saints and Blesseds each day of the year.

Read about the lives of Saints and Blesseds with whom you may not be familiar.Let their short, inspiring biographies touch you.Learn from their trials and triumphs, their joys and sorrows.Ponder the daily reflections and embrace the prayers


Studying the lives of the saints is essential for Catholics seeking to deepen their faith and grow in holiness. The saints serve as models of virtue, demonstrating how to live out the Gospel in various circumstances. Their stories offer inspiration, guidance, and encouragement, showing that sanctity is attainable for all, regardless of one's background, struggles, or state in life.

This durably bound volume of Illustrated Lives of the Saints II contains a wealth of full-color illustrations. This volume has a single ribbon marker that makes it easy to keep one's place in this rich treasury of Saints' lives.


Among the Features of this Two-Volume Set:

Attractive Boxed SetSturdy HardcoverConvenient size for nightstand, office or handbagIllustrations Throughout of Various SaintsSaints throughout the YearIn Accord with the Norms and Principles of the New Roman Martyrology and with the New Liturgical Calendar of the U.S.A.Saints from St. Agnes to St. ZitaRibbon to Mark Your PlaceGold Gilded pagesBeautiful full color pictures of the saints throughoutFull Page Description of the SaintEach Saint has a Prayer at the end of their Description

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Each saint's journey is unique, yet they all share a common commitment to Christ. By learning about their perseverance through trials, acts of charity, and unwavering faith, Catholics can find examples to emulate in their own spiritual journeys. Saints like St. Augustine, who overcame a sinful past, or St. Th r se of Lisieux, who taught the "Little Way" of everyday holiness, remind believers that God calls everyone to sainthood.
The saints also serve as powerful intercessors. Catholics believe that the saints in heaven continue to pray for those on earth, just as friends and family pray for one another. Seeking their intercession strengthens faith and fosters a sense of connection to the larger communion of believers.
Ultimately, studying the saints deepens one's love for God and provides practical wisdom for leading a virtuous life. Their examples encourage Catholics to trust in God's grace and strive for holiness in their own lives.

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Beautiful Catholic Encyclopedia of Saints...

... that corresponds with the Catholic Churches Liturgical Calendar. First published in 1955, this book is relevant even today, and it's look gives it an antique look which inspires one to respect the simple and pious attitude that one should bring into prayer. The saints are listed in alphabetical order in the "Contents" listing of the book, and then can be read in chronological order, from January 1 through December 31. Each day has the saint whose feast day is celebrated that day. Details into the saints life is listed, and the length is dependent on how much is actually known about that particular saint. It can range for a paragraph for the lesser known saints (for instance St. Fabias), up to a couple of pages for more predominantly known saints (for instance St. Basil or Saint Thomas the Apostle). Each saint reading is then finished off with a Church approved prayer to each saint which can then be prayed alone or with others. This book is an excellent resource for people who wish to bring a daily reflection into their lives, and the saints, models of virtue and piety are a great focal point for these reflections. The saints can serve as role-models for the lives that we should lead. I think this book does an excellent job of conveying that message. Another bonus to this book is its illustrations of a number of the saints, fitting a face to a story.
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