The Doctors of the Church: Thirty-Three Men and Women Who

The Doctors of the Church: Thirty-Three Men and Women Who Shaped Christianity (Herder & Herder Books)
- The Importance of Doctrinal Education: Just as education is vital for societal progress, doctrine is crucial for the Roman Catholic Church. Bernard McGinn's book introduces thirty-three 'doctors of the Church' who have significantly influenced Christian life and thought
- Inspired Teachers: These 'doctors' are inspired by the Holy Spirit to guide the faithful in understanding God's love and leading them to spiritual growth
- McGinn's Portrayals: Each doctor's life narrative illustrates the interplay between inspiration, institutional context, and personal experiences, offering a rich and substantive introduction
- Pearls of Wisdom: The book provides brief, insightful quotes from the doctors' works, appealing to those seeking spiritual guidance
- Historical Context: McGinn contextualizes each doctor, offering insights into how they navigated their times and interacted with secular and ecclesiastical entities
- Spiritual Guidance: For those developing their spirituality, this book serves as a gateway to the wisdom of these Holy Spirit-inspired individuals
- Book Structure: The book is divided into three parts, with the first analyzing the concept of 'doctor ecclesiae', the second profiling the doctors, and the third considering their role in the 21st century
- Doctors Through History: The doctors span various eras, from the patristic period to the modern age, with each profile including their feast day and illustrations by Br. Michael O'Neill McGrath
- Resource Guide: Each doctor's profile concludes with guidance to their best works and valuable secondary sources
- McGinn's Speculations: The author muses about potential future doctors, including those from different Christian traditions and not limited to writers and teachers
- Appendices and Index: The book concludes with appendices listing heresies, ecumenical councils, and the use of doctors' teachings in Vatican II and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, along with a topical index
Written by one of the great authorities on Catholic wisdom, this user friendlyÂ resource is designed as a general introduction to theÂ 33 remarkableÂ individuals who shaped the understanding of the Churchâ€™s faith. After a brief account of the concept and development of the office of doctor ecclesiae, sketches of the lives and teachings of the influential doctors are presented in chronological order. A list of major translations of each doctorâ€™s writings for further reading is also included.
Country USA
Brand Crossroad
Manufacturer PublishDrive
Binding Paperback
ReleaseDate 2009-09-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780824525491

Country	USA
Brand	Crossroad
Manufacturer	PublishDrive
Binding	Paperback
ReleaseDate	2009-09-01
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780824525491

The Doctors of the Church: Thirty-Three Men and Women Who Shaped Christianity (Herder & Herder Books)

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