Peter Kwasniewski Livres

"Peter Kwasniewski shows that St. Thomas contemplates the nature of ecstasy at key stages in the development of his thought and that it plays a crucial role in his doctrine of love. St. Thomas recognized that all love involves ecstatic transcendence, whether it be the creature's self-oblation to the Creator, the reverence of an inferior for a superior, a superior's generosity toward an inferior, or the mutual affection and help of equals joined in friendship. Love of persons for their own sake generates an ecstatic love in which the self is borne as a gift to another subject by sharing a common life aspiring to common goods. Kwasniewski also examines Aquinas on the question of whether or not God experiences ecstasy, and if so, in what ways"--

The book explores the Catholic Church's identity crisis since the Second Vatican Council, highlighting the corruption of its sacred liturgy. This turmoil has led to widespread confusion and dismay among believers. However, it also documents a counter-movement of Catholics who embrace traditional liturgy as a vital connection to orthodox faith, personal spiritual growth, and a source of missionary charity, reflecting the true essence of Catholicism.

Exploring the complexities of the papal office, this two-volume work addresses the challenges posed by abuses of authority while reaffirming the papacy's essential role within the Church. Dr. Peter Kwasniewski critiques hyperpapalism and engages with conservative and sedevacantist perspectives, offering spiritual guidance amid contemporary concerns. Volume 1 emphasizes the harmony between human reason and divine faith, while Volume 2 analyzes Pope Francis's reign, reinforcing the theological insights presented earlier.

John Henry Newman's life and philosophy are deeply intertwined with Christian liturgies, which he engaged with for over sixty years. He views the Church's ceremonies as gateways to the divine, emphasizing that earthly existence serves as a preparation for the heavenly life. Through personal prayer and communal worship, Newman believes believers can start experiencing the blessed life intended for them, reflecting his conviction that the rituals of faith connect us to a higher spiritual reality.

Kniha Povstávání z prachu filosofa a teologa Petera Kwasniewského ukazuje, že toto hnutí šířící se celou západní Církví není žádnou prcha­vou módou, ale projevem hlubší touhy po nerozmělněné katolické identitě, po liturgii, v níž by člověk nekroužil sebestředně kolem svého já, a po kontemplativní hloubce vy­růstající z bohatství symbolů a z posvátného ticha. Autor předkládá odvážnou, nikoliv však zahořklou kritiku plochých a upovídaných bohoslužeb, jaké nemohou nasytit lidské srdce bytostně toužící klanět se Trojjedi­nému Bohu. Otvírá čtenářům cestu ke kráse starého ritu, jejž papež Benedikt XVI. roku 2007 znovu zpřístupnil všem katolíkům. Kniha obsahuje rovněž český překlad církevních dokumentů týkajících se slavení tradiční liturgie (motu proprio Summorum Pontificum, List Benedikta XVI. biskupům a instrukce Universae Ecclesiae).