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The Lives of Great Christians

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12H 27min
Language
English
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Religion & Spirituality

For many, Christianity is the daily effort to live one’s faith in every moment. This course introduces you to those who have done so over the centuries, those Professor William Cook calls "superstars of faith" Francis and Clare of Assisi, Catherine and Bernardino of Siena, Thomas More, Martin Luther, John Wesley, Mother Teresa, Martin Luther King, Jr., and others.

© 2023 The Great Courses (Audiobook): 9781682766460

Release date

Audiobook: 13 September 2023

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