Sister Water, Brother Sultan - Francis of Assisi

By Leonard Desroches

Francis of Assisi (1182-1226) is considered the patron saint of ecology because of his love of all creation - "Be praised, my God, for Brother Sun, Sister Moon, Sister Water, Sister Mother Earth..."

From kissing a once-feared leper to forming a deep friendship with Sultan Malik al-Kamil during a horrific war between Muslims and Christians, Francis invites us to live "perfect joy "

"Sister Water, Brother Sultan is a warm and deeply loving introduction to the life of Francis of Assisi and a useful devotional resource for all practitioners of spiritual nonviolence."

- Rabia Terri Harris, Muslim editor of Fellowship, a multi-faith magazine of peacemaking published by the Fellowship of Reconciliation, USA.

"Very powerful while being very accessible to virtually anyone."

- Jeff Feldman, hermit.

"This is a greatly needed book for all in the world today, so impacted by violence of many kinds. It is also an essential companion to all who desire deep spiritual growth."

- Mary-Ellen Francoeur, Sisters of Service, Pax Christi.

"I have come to know Leonard as one of the greatest teachers of nonviolence of our time. He brings the mystical mind of a contemplative master to his work."

- Gregory J. Gillis, retired secondary schoolteacher.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FD3CYMDK
• ISBN13: 9798895436356
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Austin Macauley
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.0" x 8.0"