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By: Saint Therese (1873-1897)
The Story of a Soul by Saint Therese is a profound and insightful account of the life and spiritual journey of a young Carmelite nun. The book is a deeply personal reflection on the trials and tribulations of the author’s life, as well as her unwavering faith in God.
Saint Therese’s writing is characterized by its simplicity and humility, yet it is also incredibly profound and thought-provoking. She shares her struggles with doubt, disappointment, and suffering, as well as her moments of profound spiritual insight and connection with God.
One of the most striking aspects of The Story of a Soul is Saint Therese’s emphasis on the importance of living a life of love and devotion to God. She emphasizes the importance of small acts of kindness and humility, and the power of these acts to transform the world.
Overall, The Story of a Soul is a beautiful and moving testament to the power of faith and love in the face of adversity. Saint Therese’s story is sure to inspire and uplift readers of all backgrounds and beliefs.
Book Description:
Marie Francoise Therese Martin, affectionately known as ‘The Little Flower’, was born on January 2, 1873, in Alencon, France to Louis Martin and Zelie Guerin. She was the youngest and one of five surviving sisters of the nine Martin children. When Therese was 3, her mother died. Louis Martin moved his family to Lisieux to be closer to his late wife’s brother and his family. It was there that Therese’s sister, Pauline, entered the Carmel at Lisieux on October 2, 1882. Therese at that time also heard the Divine Call to religious life. Therese entered the Carmel on April 9, 1888, after much oppostion to her entering at the age of 15. It was there that she wrote L’Histoire d’une Ame (The Story of a Soul) through obedience. Eventually, Therese’s other sisters entered the religious life, one at the Carmel of Lisieux and the other became a Poor Clare at the Visitation Convent at Caen. Therese died on September 30, 1897, at the Carmel of Lisieux of tuberculosis. She was beatified on April 29, 1923 and canonized on May 17, 1925.
