Maxims of Perfection (O'Toole)

MAXIMS OF PERFECTION: WISDOM SAYINGS OF JEAN-PIERRE MÉDAILLE, S. J.These 128 MAXIMS OF PERFECTION proclaim the ageless teachings of Christ in a literary form popular in 17th Century France. In 1657, a Jesuit missionary priest, Father Jean-Pierre Médaille, wrote these wisdom sayings under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, for all persons who aspire to holiness of life. Quickly, after its first publication, this spiritual document rose to public acclaim among religious and laity. Many savoured the wisdom of these maxims, profited from their practice and grew spiritually mature under their carefully balanced guidance. Then, the book, MAXIMS OF PERFECTION seemed to lie dormant and hidden for several years. Its spirit kept alive primarily within the many congregations of Sisters of St. Joseph around the world. As this millennium dawns upon us, the Spirit of God is awakening the richness and uniqueness of this spiritual treasure in a resurging cry that comes from the laity: “Sisters, give this book to the public again."