It is
believed that the portrait, pictured on the left, is the earliest likeness
of Saint Francis. It was painted in the 13th Century. This likeness was created when Francis was still a young man.
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A Prayer before a
crucifix
by St. Francis of Assisi
Most High,
glorious God, enlighten the shadows of my heart, and grant unto me a right
faith, a certain hope and perfect charity, sense and understanding, Lord, so
that I may accomplish Thy holy and true command.
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