In his present state of weakness, man is incapable of imitating the crucified Lamb of God perfectly and avoiding all the stains of sin. And so Francis taught his friars by his own example that those who are trying to be perfect must cleanse themselves daily with tears of contrition. He had attained extraordinary purity of soul and body, yet he never ceased from purifying his spiritual vision with floods of tears...
Saint Francis of Assisi
Bonaventure, Major Life
CHAPTER V - 8
Saint Francis of Assisi
Bonaventure, Major Life
CHAPTER V - 8
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