An enduring classic that not only celebrates the saints' lives but also inspires you to deepen your own faith and connection to their legacy. Both a spiritual tool and a repository of historical facts, this compendium chronicles Christian saints and others, offering inspirational narratives accompanied by reflection and prayers, and organized by calendar months to align with their feast days . Butler’s Lives of the Saints is regarded as an enduring classic of spiritual devotion, offering prayer intercession from Heaven and guiding us by example. Includes cross-indexing for easy reference and a new foreword by theologian James Martin, SJ.   Comprehensive Coverage : Explores the lives of saints across various eras, cultures, and vocations. - Daily Reflections : Organized by calendar months, each entry pairs a saint's life story with thoughtful reflections for personal growth. - User-Friendly Design : Accessible to scholars and everyday readers, it features cross-indexing for quick reference to saints, feast days, and themes including the Epiphany, Lent, Easter, Christmas, and other holy days. - Spiritual Inspiration: Encourages prayer intercession and guides readers with examples of faith, sacrifice, and virtue through concise, meaningful reflections tailored to each day of the year. - New Foreword : Includes insightful commentary by renowned theologian and bestselling author Rev. James Martin, SJ. Blending devotion, history, and practicality, Butler's Lives of the Saints is an essential addition to any spiritual library.