Light and Peace: Instructions for Devout Souls to Dispel Their Doubts and Allay Their Fears

By Carlo Giuseppe Quadrupani

Book Overview

LIGHT AND PEACE is a handbook for getting to Heaven a short and practical course in proper Christian living that covers all the important aspects of our religious duties. By far, the most telling feature of this little book is its immense common sense and good advice. LIGHT AND PEACE shows that perfecting one's self is not a complicated task, but one which requires good, practical thinking and a knowledge of the task at hand in short, Light on the path which is what this book is. Thereafter, the result of one s knowing where he is going spiritually and how best to achieve this end is Peace, that peace which Our Lord promised and which the world cannot give.

LIGHT AND PEACE is a classic in Catholic spirituality. First written in 1795 in Italian, this work has passed through innumerable editions in Italian, French, German and English, the present one alone being the tenth in this format. In short, it is a summary of spiritual guidance for earnest Christians in the ordinary duties of life in the world.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0895551330
• ISBN13: 9780895551337
• Release Date: October 1980
• Publisher: Tan Books
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 4.0" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

Written for souls who long to be simple in their devotion in order to align their will to the Lords

One of the best catholic spiritual guides I've had the privalage of following! Blessed Be!

great source of comfort for the spiritual journey

This book is a little gem of spiritual advice! Every chapter has something different to offer. I've read a lot of Catholic books on living the faith and alot of them have left me feeling guilty about not following all the rules. This one lets you know that as long as you try your best, God is happy with you. I especially like the points on prayer as I have many moments in which my thoughts wander or I just don't feel like praying. The author tells us that this means even more to Our Lord because He loves that we are making an effort in His name. There are other chapters on holy days, penance, humility, confession...every topic you would want to be covered. I have underlined many passages in this book--so many that the whole book might as well be underlined! You would not waste a penny if you got this book. It's a constant source of comfort and spiritual direction. Buy two of them because you will wear out the first one!

Uncommon common-sense Catholic devotional

If the holiness and common-sense wisdom of Archbishop Sheen, or St Francis de Sales appeal to you then you will fall in love with this little treasure of a spiritual guide-book. Looking for guidance on choosing a priest for your confessions? Are you all over the place in your spiritual life, and you desperately want to find a solid, holy spiritual director? Do you suffer from scruples, or worry about occasions of sin in conversations, entertainment and dress? What makes a good friend for a Catholic? These and many other similar questions are addressed with a directness, certainty and fatherly love that will just dissolve the troubles in your heart. You will find confidence and strength to "fight the good fight" and you will take consolation in knowing that your anxieties are understood, that you are loved and your struggles are worthwhile."Light and Peace"? Yes! Light and Peace!