Lives of the Saints: For Everyday in the Year
By Fr. Alban Butler · Published by TAN Books
Overview
Lives of the Saints: For Everyday in the Year is one of the most beloved collections of Catholic hagiography ever compiled, providing a daily encounter with the holy men and women who transformed the world through their fidelity to Christ. Organized according to the Church's calendar, this enduring classic invites readers to journey through the liturgical year in the company of martyrs, confessors, virgins, missionaries, monks, and countless other witnesses whose lives reveal the beauty of the Gospel lived to its fullest.
Originally written by Fr. Alban Butler and enriched with later additions that preserve his reverent style, this volume has nourished generations of Catholics through prayerful reflection, historical insight, and practical examples of heroic virtue. Each day's reading offers inspiration for meditation, encouragement in the pursuit of holiness, and a deeper appreciation for the Communion of Saints that surrounds the Church on earth.
What This Book Offers:
- Daily Spiritual Reading: Read a saint's life for every day of the year, following the Church's liturgical calendar.
- Timeless Examples of Holiness: Learn from martyrs, missionaries, monks, virgins, and countless other saints.
- Prayerful Reflection: Each biography encourages meditation on virtue and imitation of Christ.
- A Trusted Catholic Classic: Benefit from one of the Church's most respected and enduring collections of saintly biographies.
- Grow in Virtue: Discover practical examples of faith, courage, humility, charity, and perseverance.
- Live the Liturgical Year: Deepen your appreciation for the Church's calendar through daily remembrance of her saints.
- Strengthen Your Devotional Life: Allow the saints' witness to inspire prayer and spiritual growth.
- Perfect for Daily Reading: Short daily entries make this an ideal companion for morning prayer or evening reflection.
- A Lifelong Spiritual Companion: Return year after year to draw fresh inspiration from the Church's greatest heroes.
From the Saints
"God is wonderful in His saints."
— Psalm 68:35 (Douay-Rheims)
Intended Audience
This volume is ideal for Catholics seeking structured daily spiritual reading, families wishing to incorporate the saints into their home prayer life, parish groups and schools following the liturgical calendar, and anyone who desires to grow in holiness through the example of the Church's greatest witnesses.
FAQs
How is the book organized?
The saints are arranged according to the calendar year, providing a reading for every day that corresponds with the Church's traditional commemorations.
Does it only include famous saints?
No. Alongside many of the Church's most beloved saints, the collection introduces readers to lesser-known holy men and women whose lives offer equally inspiring examples of Christian virtue.
Can this be used as a daily devotional?
Yes. The daily format makes it an excellent companion for personal prayer, family devotions, spiritual reading, or meditation throughout the liturgical year.
Key Themes
- The Communion of Saints: Growing in faith through the witness of holy men and women.
- Daily Spiritual Formation: Following the liturgical year through prayerful reflection.
- Heroic Virtue: Learning courage, charity, perseverance, and fidelity from the saints.
- Imitation of Christ: Allowing the lives of the saints to lead us closer to holiness.
- Author:
- Fr. Alban Butler
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 464
- Publication Date:
- 7/1/1995
- Product Format:
- Paperbound
- Height:
- 8.50
- Width:
- 5.50
12 Reviews
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Beautiful Gem
I've been looking for a book like this. I am so glad I bought it.
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The Best Saints A Day
I had searched so much for a Saint a Day book for my children that didn't have clearly heretical teachings in it or made up saints. This was the first one I found and, I tell you, I just about cried when I did, I was so happy. You know what I loved at first glance? The product pictures told you every saint they would give, so you could make a solid decision. No one else did that. I do sort of wish they'd included pictures, but it's not deal breaker (obviously, since I bought it). Highly, highly recommend!!
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Much needed!
Highly recommended to all who need an inspiration for every day! God bless you!
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Saints
Wonderful selection of daily reads
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Lives Of The Saints: For Everyday In The Year
Lovely book, very edifying.
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Gift
This was a gift for a new Catholic. She has made no comment on it yet. However I chose this so she could learn about any different saints.
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a book for every Catholic home
As Catholics, we need to stay close to those who gave their lives for our faith.
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Great daily devotional
Loving this devotional. Big fan of TAN books! Ships quickly and arrived on time or early.
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Provides period of time lived,
Provides period of time lived, a little of family and contributions helping to earn sainthood. Just enough info to be able to acknowledge and perhaps seek a biography for more information on your favorites