The Rule and Testament of Saint Francis of Assisi are two core documents written by Saint Francis to guide the life of the Franciscan Order. They center on radical poverty, living according to the Holy Gospel, profound reverence for the church and the priest, and a call for his brothers to cling to the God-given gifts of faith and conversion, reminding them of their original call to live simply and serve God. Essentially, these documents are spiritual and constitutional guidelines that summarize Francis' vision: a life completely centered on Christ through poverty, service, and the obedience of faith.