Preface to the French edition

Preface of the translator

In presenting this translation of that most valuable work, commonly known as ‘‘ Réglement,’’ from the prolific pen of the learned and ascetic Abbot Dom Prosper Guéranger, it is our aim to meet, to some extent, a longfelt necessity and oft-expressed desire that it be made accessible to our English-speaking brethren. Though our labor may not be crowned with the same success as that of the renowned author, we hope, nevertheless, that this work will find a hearty welcome and approval. May God graciously accept it as an instrument for showering His richest blessings on all who faithfully seek Him in the religious state.

THe TRANSLATOR. Conception, Mo., June 13, 1908. Feast of St. Anthony.

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Preface to the French edition

Many religious houses have requested us to communicate to them the instructions which Dom Guéranger left us for the training of novices. We do it willingly, convinced that these few pages may be studied with advantage.

Fr, CHARLES COUTURIER, Abbot of Solesmes. Solesmes, Feast of the Ascension, May 14, 1885.

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