"Purgatory: Doctrinal, Historical, and Poetical" by J. Sadlier is a deep exploration of purgatory that mixes Catholic beliefs with history and poems. Written in the 1800s, the book looks at the religious ideas behind purgatory, its place in history, and how it shows up in stories and poems. The author aims to make purgatory easier to understand for everyone, hoping to deepen readers' faith and care for those believed to be purifying their souls. Inspired by the loss of her son, Sadlier wanted to fill a gap in English writings about purgatory, connecting careful religious talk with touching stories, historical facts, and meaningful poetry. The book starts by showing how important it is to pray for the dead, believing it can lessen their pain. It encourages readers to feel compassion for souls in purgatory and is rooted in Catholic teachings.
Purgatory: Doctrinal, Historical, and Poetical
By J. Sadlier
A mother's quest to understand the in-between world offers solace and guidance, weaving together religious doctrine, history, and heartfelt poetry to illuminate the path of purification for departed souls.
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About the AuthorMary Anne Sadlier was an Irish author. Sadlier published roughly twenty-three novels and numerous stories. She wrote for Irish immigrants in both the United States and Canada, encouraging them to attend mass and retain the Catholic faith. In so doing, Sadlier also addressed the related themes of anti-Catholicism, the Irish Famine, emigration, and domestic work. Her writings and translations are often found under the name Mrs. J. Sadlier. Earlier in her career, from 1840 to 1845, some of her works were published under the name "Anne Flinders".
Mary Anne Sadlier was an Irish author. Sadlier published roughly twenty-three novels and numerous stories. She wrote for Irish immigrants in both the United States and Canada, encouraging them to attend mass and retain the Catholic faith. In so doing, Sadlier also addressed the related themes of anti-Catholicism, the Irish Famine, emigration, and domestic work. Her writings and translations are often found under the name Mrs. J. Sadlier. Earlier in her career, from 1840 to 1845, some of her works were published under the name "Anne Flinders".
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