St Joseph / St Aloysius

[Pilsen]

In St John Bosco’s vision of hell he talked about the road to hell and about the traps on it.

“Looking even more closely, I spotted knives among the traps. A provi*dential hand had put them there for cutting oneself free. The bigger ones, symbolizing meditation, were for use against the trap of pride; others, not quite as big, symbolized spiritual reading well made. There were also two swords representing devotion to the Blessed Sacrament, especially through frequent Holy Communion, and to the Blessed Virgin. There was also a hammer symbolizing confession, and other knives signifying devotion to St. Joseph, to St. Aloysius, and to other saints. By these means quite a few boys were able to free themselves or evade capture.”
Source: catholicism.org/bosco-dream.html

Just wondering if anyone has had devotions to St Joseph or St Aloysius that you can attribute to bringing you back on the right path? I can understand St Joseph but what makes St Aloysius such a powerful intercessor over all other saints? Thank you.

 

[JohnMPhilomena]

The dream is full of symbolism. Knives to cut free of binding ropes. I think St Joseph and St Aloysius are just examples. (Although I do think all families should have devotions to St Joseph and Blessed Mother). So pick your favorite patron saints and ask for their intercession. They will pray for you! They provide the knives on the trail to help free ourselves from the ropes placed there by our sins.

I recently read St Faustina’s vision of Hell. If I get time, I’ll look that up and post it so we can compare it with Don Bosco’s vision.

Peace,
John Marie Phlomena

 

[Pilsen]

Thanks JohnMPhilomena

Does anybody also have any experiences they would like to share on how St Joseph or St Aloysius has interceded for them? It could be at a time when all hope was lost and they helped you…