Cet auteur aborde de profonds sujets théologiques, fondant son travail sur une étude approfondie et la foi. Ses écrits servent souvent de guide pour la croissance spirituelle et une compréhension plus profonde de la croyance. Il se concentre sur la vulgarisation de concepts religieux complexes, soulignant l'application pratique de la foi dans la vie quotidienne. Son objectif est de soutenir les lecteurs dans leur cheminement spirituel.
The book explores the crisis of faith regarding Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist that has emerged since the Second Vatican Council. It highlights how this diminishing belief affects Catholics' understanding of the Mass and the role of the priesthood. Fr. Hardon delves into the serious implications of this decline in faith, drawing connections between the belief in the Eucharist and the current challenges facing the priesthood.
Pocket Catholic Dictionary is a comprehensive, one-volume reference work containing definitions and explanations of the key terms of Catholicism. Father Hardon has carefully selected some 2,000 entries from his original master tome of over 5,000 terms that comprise Modern Catholic Dictionary . Furthermore, this pocket edition reflects changes in the newly revised Code of Canon Law.Here are clear and concise definitions in the areas of faith, worship, morals, history, theology, spirituality. The only such dictionary compiled since Vatican Council II, and incorporating post-conciliar terms and expressions, it is alphabetically arranged with appropriate cross-references. The Appendix features the Credo of the People of God, a complete listing of popes, and an updated ecclesiastical calendar of the Roman rite with saints for each day of the year.This handy primer is a worthy companion to the author's bestselling Catholic Catechism , and one that belongs in every home library.
This book is a historical analysis of the theological and cultural differences between the Catholic and Protestant churches. The author argues that Catholicism is the original and true form of Christianity, and provides evidence to support this claim.