francis of assisi

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Definition

Proper noun * Saint Francis of Assisi: An Italian Catholic friar, deacon, and mystic who founded the Franciscan Order. He is venerated as a saint for his devotion to poverty, humility, and the natural world.

Usage
  • The teachings of Francis of Assisi emphasize compassion for all living creatures.
  • Many churches hold ceremonies on October 4th, the feast day of Francis of Assisi.
Advanced Usage
  • The spirit of Francis of Assisi: This phrase is used to describe an attitude of radical poverty, peace, and care for creation.
    • The community garden was founded in the spirit of Francis of Assisi.
  • Referring to artistic depictions: "A Francis of Assisi" can refer to a statue or painting of the saint.
    • A beautiful Francis of Assisi stands in the garden, with birds perched on his stone shoulders.
Variants and Related Words
  • Franciscan (adjective): Relating to Saint Francis or the orders he founded.
    • She follows a Franciscan spirituality.
  • Franciscan (noun): A member of a religious order founded by Saint Francis of Assisi.
    • The Franciscan led the morning prayer.
Synonyms
  • Saint Francis
  • Il Poverello ("The Little Poor Man" - a common Italian nickname)
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • Preaching to the birds: An idiom referencing a famous story about Saint Francis, meaning to speak earnestly to those who may not understand or listen.
    • Trying to convince the committee felt like preaching to the birds.
Noun
  1. (Roman Catholic Church) an Italian and the Roman Catholic monk who founded the Franciscan order of friars (1181-1226)

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