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Author Butler, Alban, 1711-1773
Title The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Other Principal Saints. January, February, March
Note Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Geoff Horton
Summary "The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Other Principal Saints" by Alban Butler is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a collection of biographies and accounts of various saints, emphasizing their lives, virtues, and the history of the Christian faith throughout different eras and cultures. It focuses not only on the individual stories of these saints but also on the broader implications of their lives as models of virtue and piety for believers. The opening portion of the text outlines the publisher's intent to make Butler's historical accounts accessible to a wider audience, emphasizing the significance of the saints' lives as a supplement to biblical teachings. It stresses the doctrinal consistency and unchanging nature of Catholic teachings while acknowledging the evolving practices of the Church over time. Additionally, the preface highlights the dedication and exhaustive research Butler undertook to bring the stories of the saints to life, positioning their examples as essential inspirations for contemporary Christians seeking to live virtuously. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Christian saints -- Biography
Subject Christian patron saints -- Biography
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EBook-No. 20450
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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