Life of Blessed Margaret Mary Alacoque, From the French of Monseigneur Bougaud
- 426 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Bougaud was an influential preacher and writer, distinguished by his appreciation for noble thoughts and deeds, deep compassion for human suffering, and profound reflective power. In his apologetics, he demonstrated a thorough sympathy with his era and an unwavering hope for the Church's triumph. His aim was to adapt the explanations of Catholic doctrine, precepts, and organization to the moral and intellectual aspirations of his contemporaries without compromising dogma. His literary legacy lies in his ability to bridge faith with modern thought.


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This biography tells the story of St. Vincent de Paul, a French Catholic priest who founded two important religious orders in the 17th century. With meticulous scholarship and deep understanding of the religious context of his subject, Emile Bougaud offers readers an insightful and engaging portrait of this fascinating figure from church history.