{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-the-devout-life-philothea-deluxe-edition","title":"An Introduction to the Devout Life: Philothea (Deluxe Edition)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAn Introduction to the Devout Life: Philothea (Deluxe Edition)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy Saint Francis de Sales · Published by TAN Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone wants to go to Heaven, but how many of us actually know how to get there? Saint Francis de Sales, the gentle Doctor of Charity, answers this question with unmatched clarity and pastoral warmth in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction to the Devout Life\u003c\/strong\u003e. This spiritual masterpiece has guided centuries of souls by proving that high sanctity is not the exclusive domain of the cloister, but is the birthright of every Christian, in every vocation. Addressing the reader as \"Philothea\" (the lover of God), St. Francis provides a step-by-step roadmap for living a life of prayer and virtue amidst the noise and responsibilities of the world. This\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehonors the beauty of his wisdom with a premium presentation designed for a lifetime of devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Deluxe Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupple Leatherette Hardcover with Gold Foil Stamping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant Gilded Edges and Satin Ribbon Marker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmyth-Sewn Binding and Reinforced Sides for Longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated Typesetting for Optimal Readability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Universal Path:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLearn how to maintain deep interior peace and devotion while fulfilling the duties of your specific state in life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Spiritual Direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGain concrete counsel on mastering prayer, receiving the Sacraments, and conquering daily temptations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Salesian Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMaster the art of \"spiritual bouquets\" and gentle growth in the virtues of humility, patience, and gentleness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoctor of the Church:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBe mentored by the Saint whom the Church identifies as the \"Gentle Doctor\" and the patron of writers and journalists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Perfect Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAn heirloom-quality edition that serves as a beautiful and meaningful gift for RCIA, weddings, or milestones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom the Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“You aim at true devotion, my dear Philothea, because, as a Christian, you know how acceptable it is to the Divine Majesty... it is needful that, first of all, you should ascertain wherein lies the virtue of devotion.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Saint Francis de Sales\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntended Audience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition is essential for laypeople striving for sanctity in the modern world. It is the gold standard for those beginning a life of prayer, but also offers fresh depths for seasoned Catholics who wish to revisit de Sales's gentle and effective spiritual direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this book different from the standard edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe text is the same beloved spiritual classic, but this deluxe edition is upgraded with premium materials (leatherette, gilding, ribbon) to endure frequent use and serve as a beautiful library piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs St. Francis de Sales hard to understand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuite the opposite. 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