Louis Bourdaloue Books
Louis Bourdaloue was a prominent 17th-century French Jesuit preacher, renowned for the clarity, logic, and persuasive force of his sermons. His style was marked by meticulous structure, a focus on moral instruction, and an ability to connect with both common people and the royal court. Bourdaloue's works primarily addressed themes of ethics, repentance, and spiritual life. His influence extended beyond his own era, and his sermons continue to be studied for their rhetorical excellence and timeless message.
Spiritual Exercises: Readings for a Retreat of Seven Days, Tr. and Abridged, Ed. by O. Shipley
- 196 pages
- 7 hours of reading
This volume collects a series of spiritual exercises designed to guide the faithful through a retreat lasting seven days. Originally composed by the French Jesuit Louis Bourdaloue in the 17th century, these meditations have been abridged and translated into English by O Shipley for contemporary readers. A valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual practice.
Oeuvres Complétes de Bourdaloue, Tome I
- 620 pages
- 22 hours of reading