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True Devotion to Mary

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After reading this masterpiece, it is easy to see how some would say that this book seems to be divinely inspired. It is written in a true spirit of Christian charity and a genuine desire to make known the path "to Jesus, through Mary."

The translation by Father Frederick Faber is so easy to follow, staying true to St. Louis' intent to, "... speak particularly to the poor and simple, who being of good will, and having more faith than the common run of scholars, believe more simply and more meritoriously ..." (paragraph 26). St. Louis does indeed state the truth quite plainly.

And what a truth he states! This book, so beautifully organized, covers all aspects of true Marian devotion; the necessity of Marian devotion, the truths of Marian devotion, the nature of Marian devotion, the motives of Marian devotion, the effects of Marian devotion, and the inward and outward practices of Marian devotion. Add to that a whole appendix of prayers and litanies to aid in and practice this devotion.

"Jesus Christ is the last end of true devotion to Mary" (paragraph 61). Absolutely! A true devotion to Mary is indeed a straight and sure path to a deeper understanding and relationship with Christ.

Are you Catholic? Do you not understand what it means to be devoted to Mary? Read this book. Do you believe some of your brother and sister Catholics to be too devoted to Mary? Read this book. Do you want to be truly devoted to Mary, but are unsure how? Read this book.

Are you protestant? Do you believe devotion to Mary to be idolatry or "Mariolatry"? Read this book. Do you believe devotion to Mary to be in opposition to devotion to Christ? Read this book. Do you believe "Mary can't help you"? Read this book.

An excellent book; a must read for anyone who wants to know what true devotion to our Blessed Mother is, how it is done, why it is done, and what benefits come from it!

In these writings Saint Louis De Montfort explains in detail what is required of us to have True Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. It was through the most Blessed Virgin Mary that Jesus was brought into this world. And during his life, her humility was so great that she almost disappears in the scriptures and is truly only known to God. And being known unto God only filled her world.

This is a guidebook that leads us to Mary and from Mary to Jesus. Many of the Saints have been servants of Mary, and all have led souls to her and therefore Jesus. The author is very ardent and effective in these writings and does a wonderful job of most effectively make her loved and served.

If you are Catholic, you should read this book. The author made sure his labor of love would keep intact the integrity of Catholic doctrine. This is an excellent book to help in the understanding true devotion to Our Blessed Mother. All is covered, why we should pledge our devotion, how to perform consecration to Our Blessed Virgin, and the glorious benefits of devotion to Our Blessed Mother.

It is very difficult to assess a book so critical to humankind's very survival amid a world of good, evil and great suffering for so many. Especially, these days when evil seems to be on the winning end. I for one don't mind saying that despite my faith that good will always prevail, there are moments so excruciating it is hard to persevere and maintain one's integrity at the same time. If you are having problems, trials, tribulations of whatever sort - for goodness sake, bypass the How-To-Overcome-Everything-approach for now. There's plenty of time to go there, if that is your preference. I would only ask that you read this miraculous book first. You don't have to be Catholic or even Christian. You don't even need to believe in anything! Sometimes, just holding this book in your hands...is enough. And I don't care if this sounds "nuts." My real name is right here and I cannot hide from truth. And I would never dissemble about my greatest hero...The Blessed Virgin Mary, whom much of the world's souls lovingly refer to as Our Lady. Oh - and please do not be dissuaded by the cover art as shown here. I believe it was more worthy of a Master artist's cover design. Still, there are not enough stars in the Heavens to recommend this book more in its height, depth, scope and substance. I commend Amazon.com for making this grand little book available to everyone...with all my heart.

Just when I start to feeling good about myself, like I'm probably doing just fine in my Christian walk, I've got the Gospel down pat, I'm right next to the Lord like two fingers intertwined, I pick up this book and read a few pages. Wham! I get put back in my place. I realize that in most of my devotion, I am one of either the "presumptous devotees", the "inconstant devotees", the "hypocritical devotees", or the "interested devotees", all of which do NOT have a true devotion to Mary. After reading a few more pages, I am crawling along on my belly. Then I begin to meditate on what St. Louis is saying for a few days. I then realize I must start over, re-read the book, and renew my committment. It's a great book, but it sure doesn't help your ego much. I'll keep working with it though!

No other book on Marian devotion comes close to this one. St. Louis could have been canonized on account of this book alone! (okay, maybe not technically, but the book really is that good). I highly recommend this book for anyone who questions devotion to Mary, especially those who wonder if it 'goes too far.' This book does a perfect job of explaining what is appropriate, what is not, and why. If you only read one book about our Blessed Mother, this one should be it. A+! Thank you St. Louis for sharing with us such divine inspiration!

This book explains why the Catholic Church loves and is devoted to Mary, the Mother of God. If you already know you love her, than this book will explain how you can take that love ,for the Mother of God, a little deeper in order for her to nuture Christ within us. This book is one that has changed my life and devotion to Mary, the Mother of God, forever and I think one that will change you too.

"True Devotion to Mary" is the complete work on all aspects of devotion to Mary! St. Louis, since he is writing for a Catholic audience, tends to not explain basic Catholic doctrine concerning the Blessed Virgin, so this may be problematic for those who are unfamiliar with Church Teachings. Nonetheless, he lays out how a true Catholic should be devoted to Mary in an easy to read manner. I especially appreciated the section on types of devotees. Every time I read this book again (and I try to read it at least once every year) I find that I am classified as one of the faulty types of devotees. This book has really helped keep me in line with my faith, as well as bring me closer to God through Christ through Mary. His words of wisdom prove that devotion to Mary is necessary--since Christ came to us through her, so we should also go to Him through her. An amazing book by one of the greatest saints the world has ever known! I recommend it to everyone with a background in Marian teachings.

This book is completely awesome. With the True Devotion to Mary, we consecrate ourselves to Jesus through Mary, His holy mother. By consecrating ourselves to Jesus as slaves of Mary (and yes this devotion is approved of by the Holy Catholic Church) we immitate Christ very profoundly. To show His Humility, the Eternal Word became an infant in Mary's womb, and became completely dependent on her. We do the same by this devotion.
With this devotion we give everything we have to Mary: body, soul, property, and all the spiritual rewards of our good actions (i.e. graces, indulgences, etc.) to do with as she pleases.
But Mary will never be outdone in her generosity! So if we give her our whole life, she gives us back even more! So by this holy devotion, we glorify God much more plentifully in our short lives on earth.
So I implore you, if you wish to glorify God and reap His blessings, buy this book, and make the consecration to Jesus in Mary!

This is a new reprint of the much acclaimed Father Frederick Faber translation which has been out-of-print for several years. True Devotion To Mary by St. Louis Marie Grignion De Montfort (1673-1716) is considered to be the greatest single book on the Blessed Virgin Mary ever written. Seemingly divinely inspired, it is the classic statement on the spiritual way to Jesus Christ through Our Lady. Beloved by countless souls, this books sums up the entire Christian life, showing a way of holiness that is short, easy, secure and perfect - a way of life chosen by Our Lord Himself, as explained here in this book by the "Apostle of Mary." In this beautiful and sublimely inspiring book, St. Louis De Montfort explains the wonderful spiritual effects which True Devotion to Mary brings about in a person's life, leaving the reader with no doubt that this devotion provides the key both to sanctity and to salvation. No Catholic should reach age 20 without having read this book. 215pp. PB. Imprimatur.

Saint Louis de Monfort, in his masterwork dedicated to marian devotion, explains who is Mary, why the Mother of God must be glorified and why honouring Mary is also a form that the faithful has to honour Jesus.

This is an ideal book to improve the growth of spiritual life and, considering the truths that presents, should be known by all the catholics, very especially those ones blinded by post-conciliar confusion or, even, by protestant teachings about Mary.

Finally, the way Saint Louis de Monfort writes is a pleasant surprise: simple, clear, concise, direct and modern... without being modernist. Excellent!