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Discover the life of St. Bonaventure (1221-1274), originally named Giovanni di Fidanza, a prominent Italian Franciscan, scholastic theologian, and philosopher. As the seventh Minister General of the Order of Friars Minor and the Cardinal Bishop of Albano, his influence on the Church is profound. Canonised by Pope Sixtus IV on April 14, 1482, and later proclaimed a Doctor of the Church by Pope Sixtus V in 1588, he is affectionately known as the Seraphic Doctor. Join us as we explore his remarkable legacy and contribution to Christianity.

In St. Bonaventures Life of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, the author humbly acknowledges his limitations while passionately inviting readers to engage in one of the most enriching spiritual practices the contemplation of Christs life. He believes that through regular meditation on this divine subject, even those who feel uneducated can develop a deep familiarity, confidence, and love for God, gaining insight into His most profound mysteries. Bonaventure eloquently argues that this practice serves to shield us from the fleeting distractions of the world, steadies us amid trials, and helps ...