Catholicism: The Story of Catholic Christianity
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Author Description
The bestselling Catholicism has now been revised and updated for an eagerly-anticipated second edition. This lucid and accessible account explains how Roman Catholicism and its beliefs and practices came to be what they are. Renowned scholars Gerald O'Collins and Mario Farrugia move through history to sum up the present characteristics of Catholic Christianity and the major challenges it faces in the third millennium. Clear and engaging, the authors present matters in a fresh and original way. They skilfully depict the Catholic heritage and show that Catholicism is a dynamic and living faith. O'Collins and Farrugia engage with contemporary moral issues and explore the challenges which Catholics and other Christians must face. This is an authoritative, lively, and up-to-date introduction to Catholicism for the twenty-first century.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the historical development, core beliefs, and contemporary challenges of Roman Catholicism in the twenty-first century. The authors, Gerald O'Collins and Mario Farrugia, utilize their extensive academic backgrounds in theology and history to synthesize the evolution of Catholic practices. They present a framework that balances historical context with an analysis of modern moral issues, aiming to depict the faith as a dynamic and living tradition.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A comprehensive historical overview of Catholic Christianity from its origins to the present day.
- Analysis of major theological beliefs and liturgical practices.
- Discussion of contemporary moral challenges facing the Church in the third millennium.
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide an exhaustive encyclopedic entry for every minor saint or local tradition.
- It focuses primarily on Roman Catholicism rather than an exhaustive comparative study of all Christian denominations.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and readers frequently cite this work as a highly accessible and authoritative introduction to the subject. It is widely regarded as a balanced text suitable for both students and those seeking a clear overview of the Catholic faith.
Page Count:
446
Publication Date:
2014-01-01
Publisher:
OUP Oxford
ISBN-10:
0191043923
ISBN-13:
9780191043925
Religion
History
Catholicism
Theology
Christianity
