Episode 92 -- Life of St Philip VIII.92 -- Messiness in Our Souls

We read about St Philip's friendship with Antonio Fucci, a medical doctor. St Philip helped him make a holy death in 1566 by not only visiting him and giving him the sacraments, but also uncovering a deceit of the devil. The devil had appeared to Antonio as a doctor! He told him that he would get better and live. This was a lie. In discussing the death of Antonio Fucci, Gallonio told an earlier story about Antonio. In his medical practice, he had special temptations against purity. He was especially troubled when he was treating women, but also men. Antonio was so discouraged that he was going to quit being a doctor. St Philip encouraged him, blessed him, and from that day on, the heart of Antonio was strengthened. He was able to carry on his work without being troubled by lustful thoughts about men or women.