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Introduction to the Devout Life

by Francis de Sales · 1609

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Written for Christians in every walk of life and for every age, St. Francis De Sales' classic work transcends secular lines and provides a unique handbook of spiritual reflection for people in every avenue of life.

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ChristianChristianMore like thisLess of thisreligionreligionMore like thisLess of thisspiritualityspiritualityMore like thisLess of this
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adult
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medium · 288 pages

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