Description
The picture depicts St. Alfons Marie de Liguori, a significant theologian and founder of the Congregation of Redemporists. Alfons Maria de Liguori (1696–1787) was an Italian Catholic bishop, The theologian and author of spiritual literature. He was known for his emphasis on mercy and practicality in moral theology, which was contrary to the then rigorous teachings known as Jansenism. In 1732 founded the Congregation of the Sacred Redeemer, known as Redemptorists, whose aim was to bring the gospel to poor and abandoned people in Italy.
League was also a bishop in the diocese of Sant'Agata dei goti, where he sought to reform the clergy and care for the most needed. He was also a very fruitful author, wrote over 100 book, Including the popular work of Gloria Marie, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and more, that had a deep influence on the Catholic spiritual practice.
Portrait, was published by the Paris Publisher of VVE D. Saudinos-Ritouret. These prints were popular among believers for their spiritual depth and aesthetic value. Such an image is a great accessory to every collection of historical and religious artifacts.
Dimensions: height 99,5 cm, width 75,5 cm, depth 4,5 cm
