Saint Francis Preaching to the Birds
Español This evocative image presents Saint Francis of Assisi in intimate communion with creation. Barefoot and dressed in his humble Franciscan habit, the saint stands among olive trees while birds rest peacefully upon his open hands. The scene recalls the beloved episode of the Preaching to the Birds, traditionally associated with the countryside between Cannara and Bevagna in Umbria. According to the Franciscan tradition, Francis encountered a multitude of birds and invited them to praise their Creator, recognizing them as his brothers and sisters within the created world. The Umbrian landscape makes the presence of the olive trees particularly meaningful: olive cultivation has long formed an essential part of the countryside around Assisi and the surrounding valleys, including the landscape traditionally associated with Francis's sermon. Basilica Sacro Convento. Continue reading after advertisement G et a set of 5 restored images of St. Francis (including the one featured in t...
