On April 16, 1209, Pope Innocent III orally approved the new way of life of
Saint Francis of
No one is to be called an enemy, all are your benefactors, and no one does you harm. You have no enemy except yourselves.
Saint Francis of
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Amen!
I have never heard of this specific date in 1209. From whence comes this tradition?
The year 1209 is correct but April 16th is a convenient ecclesial fiction. Perhaps? I am not sure but it seems to be around the net. Wait a minute…you’re the friar.
Oh yeah, so I am! Thanks!