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Chantal, Jeanne-Françoise de, Saint
1572
1641
Chantal, Jeanne-Francoise de, Saint
Chantal, Jane Frances de, Saint
De Chantal, Jeanne-Françoise, Saint
Frémiot, Jeanne Françoise, baronne de Chantal, Saint
Fremiot, Jeanne Francoise, baronne de Chantal, Saint
Frémyot, Jeanne-Françoise, baronne de Chantal, Saint
Fremyot, Jeanne-Francoise, baronne de Chantal, Saint
Chantal, Giovanna Francesca di, Saint
Rabutin-Chantal, Jeanne Françoise Frémiot, baronne de, Saint
Rabutin-Chantal, Jeanne Francoise Fremiot, baronne de, Saint
Bourne, Cardinal
1861
1935
Bourne, Francis
Visitation Nuns (Harrow, London, England)
Selected Letters of Saint Jane Frances de Chantal
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"Selected Letters of Saint Jane Frances de Chantal" is a collection of correspondence written by St. Jane Frances de Chantal, a saint known for her founding of the Order of the Visitation. The letters provide a unique glimpse into her spiritual life and the challenges she faced in the early 17th century. The translations are presented with the intention of conveying the essence of her character, motivations, and the relational dynamics she engaged in with her contemporaries, including fellow religious figures and her family. The opening of this compilation introduces readers to the humanity of St. Jane Frances, articulating her struggles and the warmth found in her relationships. In her letters, she expresses longing for a deeper connection with God, alongside the trials of daily life, such as illness and familial concerns, particularly the grief over her daughter's death. The letters depict her as a relatable figure who balanced spiritual ambition with real-life challenges, offering insights into her spiritual growth and dedication to her faith amid times of sorrow. The preface emphasizes the importance of these letters in understanding the saint beyond her idealized image, illustrating her perseverance and the courage found in her candid expressions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Chantal, Jeanne-Françoise de, Saint, 1572-1641 -- Correspondence
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Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
Category: Religion/Spirituality
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