S’en remettre à la “divine Providence” ? Prêtres dans l’exil pendant la Révolution française
The study of ecclesiastical immigration has long been the reserve of writers who have mostly been interested in eulogising these “outcasts”. Although the subject has not featured widely in recent historiography, some works have provided new perspectives. In this article, we attempt to measure the ex...
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Diasporas: Circulations, Migrations, Histoire |
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The study of ecclesiastical immigration has long been the reserve of writers who have mostly been interested in eulogising these “outcasts”. Although the subject has not featured widely in recent historiography, some works have provided new perspectives. In this article, we attempt to measure the extent to which the lived exile of these writers modified their relationship with God as servants. They ultimately demonstrate a simple faith grounded in a traditional piety. These priests believed that Providence had not left their side. Examples of its benevolence and protection appear frequently in their writings. The texts reveal that these acute moments provided the opportunity to experience the meaning of their vocation. |
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