Jean Pierre Camus Quotes
Those who love to be feared, fear to be loved. Some fear them, but they fear everyone.
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| Birth: | 3rd November, 1584 |
| Death: | 26th April, 1652 |
| Nationality: | French |
| Profession: | Author, Bishop |
Jean-Pierre Camus de Pontcarré was born in Paris, France. He was a French bishop and author of works of fiction and spirituality. He was the son of Jean Camus, seigneur de Saint Bonnet, who was governor of Étampes. As a young man he traveled about Europe, and following his theological studies he became a priest in 1608. In the last years of his life, he consecrated himself to working with the poor in Paris. In 1652, he was appointed bishop of Arras, but died shortly thereafter. His fictional works encompass both novels and short stories. He wrote several books include: The Spirit Of St. Francis De Sales, The way of Congregational churches cleared (with John Cotton), The correspondence of John Cotton, and The way of faith (with John Cotton).
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