THE ADMONITIONS OF ST. FRANCIS: SOURCES AND MEANINGS
...Robert J. Karris, OFM
Throughout his study of the "sources" of Francis's Admonitions, Robert Karris, O.F.M., has sought to uncover three levels of meaning. The meaning of the spiritual tradition which Francis inherited. The meaning Francis creatively infused into the tradition. The meaning for today. These three meanings can be of benefit not only to the entire Franciscan family but also to all who seek to be "servants of God" today. "The author provides a fresh translation of each admonition, translates parallel texts previously noted by other scholars or newly uncovered by his own research, and comments on the Admonitions verse by verse." "Through this study we are let into Francis's 'theological workshop'. There we learn how the innovative traditionalist, Abba Francis, imprinted on the spiritual traditions he had inherited as his own logo: "The Good God is the source of the good we do and say." Published by Franciscan Institute, paper back, 316 pages.
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