Beliefs of St Francis Flashcards
What was the inspiration for the beliefs of St. Francis?
Francis was inspired by the life of apostolic poverty.
Who approved Francis’ life of apostolic poverty?
Innocent III approved Francis’ life of apostolic poverty and itinerant preaching as a new order of the Church.
What was central to the Franciscan identity?
The central belief was their founder’s insistence on poverty, both individual and communal, a renunciation in the world in the direct imitation of Christ that set the order apart from similar-minded, but well-endowed Benedictine and Cistercian brothers.
Who were the Friars minor?
The Friars minor were Francis’ brothers who became the First Order (initially 13) in 1209.
Who were the Second Order?
The Second Order were the sisters.
How was the spiritual model rooted in scripture enforced?
The spiritual model rooted in scripture was enforced through Francis’ personal example.
What was the profession of Francis’ father?
Francis’ father was a wealthy cloth merchant.
What did Francis renounce to follow the direct imitation of Christ?
Francis renounced the world in the direct imitation of Christ.
