The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: How to Practice the Sacred Heart Devotion [Paperback]

Rev John Croiset (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2009

THE book on devotion to the Sacred Heart! Commissioned by Our Lord Himself through St. Margaret Mary and received, through her, His endorsement. Responsible for the early, rapid spread of the Sacred Heart devotion. Contains the Saint's life, her prayers to the Sacred Heart, the Sacred Heart Promises (far more than the famous "12 Promises"), and much, much more! Great! Imprimatur.

Product Details

• Paperback: 343 pages
• Publisher: TAN Books and Publishers; 2nd edition (May 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0895553341
• ISBN-13: 978-0895553348
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #203,019 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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56 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended to those on a serious walk with God, June 13, 1999

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Lynden C. Rodriguez "Lynden Rodriguez" (San Bernardino, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: How to Practice the Sacred Heart Devotion (Paperback)

This work clarifies why so few fail to become great saints. It explains why so few Catholics, despite frequent reception of the Sacraments, fall short in their spiritual walk. This book shows a detailed history of St. Margaret Mary (1647-1690), and the visions that she had of the Sacred Heart of Jesus that led to the devotion. Fr. John Croiset was St. Margaret Mary's director, and had an intimate knowledge of this devotion. The book was written during her lifetime, and was first published in 1691.

The book was mainly responsible for the dissemination of the devotion to the Sacred Heart throughout the world. However, enjoying only a circulation of some 13 years, it was consigned to the index of forbidden books in 1704. Through a series of unusual events, the book again came to light some 200 years later to be restored to its proper place in Catholic literature.

The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus outlines the history, practice and prayers of the Sacred Heart. Its teachings constitute a more "perfect love" for Jesus Christ, particularly in the Sacrament of the Eucharist. This book is intended for everyone wishing to acquire a deeper understanding, devotion, and more perfect love, for the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

This book deeply expanded my understanding of the Devotion to the Sacred Heart, and is truly inspired. In an age where the "feel good" books are the norm, this work is a breath of fresh air, giving the needed impetus to pursue one's faith with certainty and fidelity. It is highly recommended to those who are on a serious walk with God

36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review from the Publisher, March 7, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: How to Practice the Sacred Heart Devotion (Paperback)

The Bishop of Sarajevo, Yugoslavia, discovered this tremendous treasure after it had disappeared for almost two centuries, thus fulfilling a prophecy made by St. Margaret Mary. She foretold that this inspired writing would be forgotten for a time, but then would come to light again. The author (Fr. Croiset) was the spiritual director of St. Margaret Mary and therefore was intimately familiar with every aspect of the revelations given by Our Lord to this famous saint; thus, the book is actually the "key" to understanding the importance and the centrality of the Sacred Heart devotion for our lives as true Catholics. This great work was actually commissioned by Our Lord Himself through St. Margaret Mary, and as Father Croiset neared completion of it, St. Margaret told him that Our Lord said it was so completely in accord with His wishes that it would never be necessary to make any change in it. Later she revealed that it was Our Lord Himself who had inspired him with the ideas in this book and that it was so pleasing to Him that "none other but Himself could have arranged everything so much to His wishes." This magnificent work is a revelation to all just why so few of us become great saints and why so few, despite going frequently to the Sacraments, fail really to grow in the life of grace and make great progress in the spiritual order. The best there is on this important devotion!

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars lets be honest, January 19, 2007

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Robert T. Wright Jr. (Pittsburgh, PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: How to Practice the Sacred Heart Devotion (Paperback)

I have used this book for devotions before and after mass. I have read it at home and have never put it down disappointed. The wording in the book can be a bit flowery at times (like a lot of French writing was back then) but it still has page after page of challenging questions and will teach you alot about loving Christ. for what its worth, my faith and love for Christ have grown after applying what I read in this book.