The Complete Manual of Catholic Piety by William Gahan
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"The Complete Manual of Catholic Piety" by William Gahan is a devotional text written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive guide for practicing Catholics, offering a rich collection of prayers, reflections, and spiritual instructions designed to deepen piety and religious observance across various life circumstances. Its content reflects the traditional Catholic approach to prayer and worship, emphasizing the necessity and power of prayer. At the start of the
manual, Gahan emphasizes the importance of prayer as a vital means for achieving spiritual advancement and accessing divine grace. He cites examples from the Bible illustrating the power of prayer and underscores its necessity in addressing the various spiritual and material needs of believers. Furthermore, the preface elaborates on the different dimensions of prayer, moving beyond mere petition to include gratitude and praise, preparing the reader to engage in a more profound practice of their faith. The opening portion lays a solid foundation for the extensive collection of prayers, litanies, and practical spiritual guidance presented throughout the manual. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gahan, William, 1730-1804 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Complete Manual of Catholic Piety Containing a Selection of Fervent Prayers, Pious Reflection, and Solid Instructions, Adapted to Every State of Life. To Which is Annexed a Supplement, Containing Excellent and Approved Devotions, With the Epistles and Gospels for All the Sundays and Festivals of the Year. |
| Credits | Produced by Don Kostuch |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Catholic Church -- Prayers and devotions -- English |
| Subject | Catholic Church -- Liturgy |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62988 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62988-9 |
| Release Date | Aug 20, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 906 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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