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Long compared to <em>The Imitation of Christ</em> for its depth, urgency, and practical power, this classic has guided countless souls away from sin and toward lasting virtue. Its enduring influence led to translations into Italian, French, German, Polish, Latin, and Greek, an unmistakable mark of its universal appeal.</p>\n<p>Unlike many spiritual works that focus narrowly on ideals, Venerable Louis confronts the full reality of the Christian life. He teaches not only how to pursue virtue, but how to uproot vice, resist temptation, and persevere in conversion. With clarity and fatherly directness, he addresses the conscience, exposing self-deception while offering concrete remedies rooted in grace.</p>\n<p>Written intentionally for the laity, this book speaks with striking simplicity and authority. Its wisdom is not theoretical but lived, forged in suffering, humility, and fidelity to the Church. For readers seeking a serious, honest guide to moral and spiritual renewal, <em>The Sinner&rsquo;s Guide</em> remains as relevant today as when it first stirred Christian hearts centuries ago.</p>\n<!-- Conversion Bullets -->\n<ul style=\"margin: 1.5rem 0; padding-left: 1.25rem;\">\n<li>Examine conscience clearly with practical instruction on virtue and vice.</li>\n<li>Learn concrete remedies for resisting sin and forming lasting habits of holiness.</li>\n<li>Receive direct counsel aimed at real conversion, not vague spiritual comfort.</li>\n<li>Benefit from a classic trusted by saints, confessors, and spiritual directors.</li>\n<li>Grow in moral clarity, perseverance, and peace of conscience.</li>\n</ul>\n<!-- Included Topics -->\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">Topics Covered</h3>\n<ul style=\"margin: 1rem 0; padding-left: 1.25rem;\">\n<li>Eleven motives for practicing virtue</li>\n<li>Twelve privileges of virtue</li>\n<li>Cautions against delaying conversion</li>\n<li>Remedies for the seven deadly sins and other vices</li>\n<li>Virtues and duties proper to one&rsquo;s state of life</li>\n<li>Guidance for forming a well-ordered Christian conscience</li>\n</ul>\n<!-- From the Book -->\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">From the Book</h3>\n<blockquote style=\"font-style: italic; border-left: 4px solid #E2E2E2; background: #fafafa; padding: 1rem; font-size: 1rem; margin: 1rem 0;\">&ldquo;There is no greater torment in this life than a guilty conscience, and no greater peace than that which comes from living in the friendship of God.&rdquo;<br /><span style=\"font-size: .9rem; color: #555;\">&mdash; The Sinner&rsquo;s Guide</span></blockquote>\n<!-- Intended Audience -->\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">Intended Audience</h3>\n<p>Ideal for Catholics seeking genuine conversion, regular confession, and moral clarity. Especially valuable for laypeople striving to live the faith seriously in daily life, as well as for priests, spiritual directors, and catechists recommending time-tested guidance for the interior life.</p>\n<!-- FAQs -->\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">FAQs</h3>\n<p><strong>Is this book only for advanced readers?</strong><br />No. While profound, it is written with clarity and accessibility, intentionally aimed at ordinary lay Catholics.</p>\n<p><strong>How does this compare to The Imitation of Christ?</strong><br />It complements it. <em>The Sinner&rsquo;s Guide</em> places greater emphasis on moral reform, resisting vice, and forming a sound conscience.</p>\n<!-- Key Themes -->\n<div style=\"background: #fafafa; border: 1px solid #E2E2E2; padding: 1.5rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.25rem; margin: 0 0 .5rem;\">Key Themes</h3>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.25rem;\">\n<li>Conversion of life and examination of conscience</li>\n<li>Practical remedies for sin and temptation</li>\n<li>Virtue grounded in humility, grace, and perseverance</li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n<!-- Saints Endorsement -->\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">Endorsed by the Saints</h3>\n<p>This work was read and recommended by towering figures of holiness, including <span>St. Rose of Lima, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Louise de Marillac, and St. Francis de Sales, who recommended Venerable Louis's works be read as a \"second Breviary.\"</span></p>\n</section>\n<p><strong>Learn more on our Blog: </strong> <a href=\"https://tandirection.com/enemies-of-salvation/the-peace-of-a-good-conscience/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> The Peace of a Good Conscience </a></p>","show_backorder_message":true,"tags":[],"warranty":"","price":{"without_tax":{"formatted":"$24.95","value":24.95,"currency":"USD"},"tax_label":"Tax"},"height":"8.50","detail_messages":"","availability":"","page_title":"The Sinner's Guide","cart_url":"https://tanbooks.com/cart.php","show_backorder_availability_prompt":true,"max_purchase_quantity":0,"show_quantity_on_hand":true,"mpn":null,"upc":"9780895552549","options":[{"id":5125,"type":"Configurable_PickList_Set","display_name":"Format","required":true,"state":"variant_option","partial":"set-rectangle","condition":true,"values":[{"id":10088,"label":"Paperbound","selected":true,"data":"Paperbound"},{"id":10089,"label":"eBook","selected":false,"data":"eBook"},{"id":11086,"label":"MP3 Audio Download","selected":false,"data":"MP3 Audio Download"}]}],"related_products":[{"id":2140,"sku":"TE6359","name":"The Sinner's Guide (eBook)","url":"https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-sinners-guide-ebook/","availability":"","rating":5,"brand":null,"category":["eBooks"],"summary":"The Sinner's Guide is the most famous work of one of one of the most prominent and exceptional spiritual teachers of the sixteenth century. 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