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What did St. Francis of Assisi pray for on the morning of the feast of the Exaltation of the Cross?
What did St. Francis of Assisi pray for on the morning of the feast of the Exaltation of the Cross?
What did St. Bonaventure, minister-general of the Franciscans, write about the vision experienced by St. Francis?
What did St. Bonaventure, minister-general of the Franciscans, write about the vision experienced by St. Francis?
What conflicting emotions did St. Francis experience upon seeing the vision?
What conflicting emotions did St. Francis experience upon seeing the vision?
What did St. Francis finally understand about the vision he experienced?
What did St. Francis finally understand about the vision he experienced?
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When did St. Francis receive the stigmata – the wounds of Christ – on his hands, feet, and side?
When did St. Francis receive the stigmata – the wounds of Christ – on his hands, feet, and side?
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Study Notes
St. Francis’ Vision
- On the morning of the feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, St. Francis prayed.
- St. Bonaventure wrote that St. Francis saw a six-winged seraph, with two wings outstretched, two folded down, and two covering its body.
- The vision brought great joy, yet also great trepidation and fear. The sight filled St. Francis with both ecstasy and terror.
- After much struggling while in the vision, St. Francis understood that the seraph represented the crucified Christ, and that his wounds were a sign of love.
- St. Francis received the stigmata on Sept. 14, 1224, on Mount Alvernia.
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This quiz explores the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi on the morning of the feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, where he prayed to feel the pain of Jesus' Passion and to know the love Jesus felt for humanity. Test your knowledge about this significant event in St. Francis of Assisi's life.