The church and the convent of San Damiano are not far from the historic center of Assisi.
In this place Saint Francis heard the voice of Christ for the first time. The Crucifix, now kept in the Basilica of Santa Chiara, said to the saint "Francis, go and repair my house which, as you can see, is in ruins" (alluding to the crisis of the Church). The saint received these words and strengthened his vocation.
The first restoration of the church of San Damiano was carried out by St. Francis who in 1212 welcomed St. Clare and her companions and here he composed the Canticle of the Creatures.
The Poor Clares built a small dormitory and remained in San Damiano until 1260, shortly after the death of St. Clare.
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