Life With the Holy Ghost; Thoughts on the Gifts of the Holy Ghost

by Hugh Francis Blunt

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152 pages, Hardcover

Published September 9, 2021

About the author

Monsignor Hugh Francis Blunt, LL.D. (January 20, 1877 – 1957), was a Catholic priest, author, poet, and apologist. He was born in Medway, Massachusetts to Irish immigrants Sgt. Patrick Blunt and Ann Mahon. Blunt began writing while attending St. Laurent College in Montreal.

Reviews

[Richard Grebenc · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful book (I own the original 1943 edition), a quick read, but profound. The author has the knack of condensing his exposition of the virtues and the Gifts of the Holy Spirit that conveys much despite the economy of words.

The last seven chapters take on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, starting off with an etymology of the word used for the gift, then expanding on it with theological references and practical examples, particularly from the saints. Earlier chapters give a catechesis of the Trinity and the Holy Spirit as well as short explanations of the cardinal and theological virtues.

I read this in one day, Pentecost Sunday, to honor the Holy Spirit. But the Holy Spirit, through this blessed author, honored me far more greatly.