Contempt for Self-Love – Humbling Oneself Before God

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A path of humility leading closer to Jesus

In this profound and demanding spiritual work, Father Joseph-Ignace Franchi invites readers to free themselves from pride, an excessive desire for recognition and the constant need to place themselves at the centre of everything.

The “contempt for self-love” described by the author does not mean undervaluing oneself or abandoning healthy self-esteem. It refers to an inner detachment that allows us to set aside pride, appearances and personal ambitions in order to make more room for God.

“Learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart”

Inspired by the words of Christ recorded in the Gospel according to Saint Matthew, Father Joseph-Ignace Franchi proposes a spiritual path founded on humility.

Rather than encouraging Christians to seek extraordinary virtues, he teaches them to humble themselves before Jesus, follow His example and humbly acknowledge their dependence on God.

This radical and original spiritual method challenges worldly values. It invites readers to renounce vanity and excessive self-attachment in order to rediscover a more genuine, freer and more fruitful relationship with God.

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A spiritual treasure made accessible to today’s readers

Written around 1770 by Father Joseph-Ignace Franchi, an Oratorian priest from Florence, this text has nourished the spiritual lives of generations of lay faithful, religious and priests.

This new edition includes an introduction by Father Philippe-Marie Métais-Fontenel as well as linguistic and theological adaptations. It allows Christians today to discover an ancient teaching expressed in a clearer and more accessible way.

Who is this book for?

This book is particularly recommended for:

People wishing to deepen their spiritual lives
Christians seeking to grow in humility
Readers wishing to free themselves from pride and vanity
Priests, religious and spiritual guides
Prayer groups and Christian study groups
Anyone seeking a practical path of inner conversion

Key features

A major text of Christian spirituality
A profound teaching on humility
A practical path towards detachment from excessive self-love
An invitation to follow the example of Jesus Christ
An ancient text adapted to contemporary language and theology
An introduction by Father Philippe-Marie Métais-Fontenel
A demanding and fruitful book for renewing one’s spiritual life

Characteristics

Title: Contempt for Self-Love
Subtitle: Humbling Oneself Before God
Author: Father Joseph-Ignace Franchi
Introduction: Father Philippe-Marie Métais-Fontenel
Publisher: Éditions Bénédictines
Collection: Spiritual Treasures
Language of the book: French only
Format: paperback
Number of pages: 131 pages
Dimensions: approximately 15 × 21 cm
Thickness: approximately 0.8 cm
Weight: approximately 300 g
Publication date: 15 May 2025
ISBN/EAN: 9782848632322
Themes: humility, self-love, conversion, spiritual life, Christian faith and union with Jesus