Soeur Thérèse de l'Enfant-Jésus et de la Sainte Face / Histoire d'une âme écrite par elle-même

Name: Soeur Thérèse de l'Enfant-Jésus et de la Sainte Face / Histoire d'une âme écrite par elle-même
Author: Saint de Lisieux Thérèse

By Saint de Lisieux Thérèse

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The author offers an autobiographical account of her spiritual development, recalling childhood impressions and family influences, her entrance into Carmel, daily monastic life, prayers, mystical experiences, and letters that illuminate a simple, trustful path to holiness often called the little way; she reflects on suffering, illness, and the desire to love and console Christ, presenting candid self-examination, practical counsels for sanctity in ordinary duties, devotion to the Eucharist and to priests, and concludes with the quiet acceptance of death.

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Saint de Lisieux Thérèse

Thérèse of Lisieux, also known as the Little Flower, was a French Carmelite nun and a prominent figure in Catholic spirituality. Born in 1873, she is best known for her autobiography, "The Story of a Soul (L'Histoire d'une Âme)," which details her spiritual journey and the simplicity of her faith. Thérèse emphasized the importance of love and trust in God, advocating for a 'little way' of spiritual childhood. Her writings, including "Thoughts of Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus," continue to inspire readers seeking a deeper understanding of faith and devotion. Canonized in 1925, she is a Doctor of the Church and remains a beloved saint in Catholic tradition.