Saint Francis to the Sultan of Egypt

Contrary to a myth spread by heretics, Saint Francis of Assisi was not the precursor of Vatican II’s interreligious dialogues, quite the opposite. As his life and writings clearly demonstrate to anyone of good will, he was a devout and uncompromising Catholic who firmly held that the Catholic Faith is absolutely necessary for salvation.

In particular, heretics cite his meeting with the Sultan of Egypt to support their claims. What they do not know, or deliberately conceal, is that Saint Francis actually went there to convert him, and, according to some reports, the Sultan did convert later on. Here is an excerpt of what Saint Francis said to the Sultan:

Saint Francis of Assisi to the Sultan of Egypt:

“… This Jesus crucified, whom you hold in contempt and blaspheme, will grant me a life that will never end. I have come on His behalf to proclaim to you His divine Word, which is not imprisoned with me; your eternal salvation, and that of all your subjects, depends on it.

The power of this God whom I preach to you surpasses that of all crowned heads, for it extends over souls as well as bodies, and the severity of His justice can eternally condemn you to the flames.

Do not let yourself be deceived by the delusions of your false prophet, whose ashes you revere, while his soul burns in Hell. Embrace the law of Jesus Christ and abandon that of Muhammad, lest you follow into torment those whose errors you profess.” ¹