Scripture excerpt
“But one thing is necessary. Mary hath chosen the best part, which shall not be taken away from her.”
Luke · 10:42Read the full passage
A principle for discernment
Book excerpt
“such practice must be modified according to the strength, the calling, and the duties of each individual.”
Introduction to the Devout Life · Part I, chapter IIIRead the full passage
Source context AI-assisted summary
Source summary · AI-assisted · not a quotation
Francis does not prescribe a number of Rosaries in this chapter. He discusses how devotional practice relates to each person’s responsibilities. It is relevant background for considering an additional devotion, rather than a rule about how many prayers to say.
The author’s full discussion
Source context AI-assisted summary
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The chapter contrasts different vocations and rejects practices that obstruct their proper duties. Read his examples together with the quoted sentence.
