Why We Venerate the Saints by Patricia A Sullivan
Although many older Catholics are familiar with the cult of the saints, veneration of saints is for many younger Catholics a lost tradition. Yet this remarkably clear, deeply researched book offers a path through biblical, historical, and systematic aspects of the communion of saints in which those canonized play special roles. This study follows Vatican I's view of the saints as companions, models, and intercessors--that the saints guide us through both the inspiration of their holy lives and their roles in the afterlife. With a comprehensive introduction to the Catholic Church's history of venerating saints, each subsequent study emphasizes the rediscovery of the meaning of veneration and is designed for both academic instruction and personal use. Each chapter also includes a list of important terms and suggestions for additional reading.
"The veneration of saints is not merely some quaint pious custom from days gone by but a fundamental aspect of authentic Catholic ecclesiologySullivan demonstrates this to be the case in a careful historical and theological study that reveals ressourcement at its very best. Highly recommended." --Lawrence S. Cunningham, John A. O'Brien Professor of Theology, the University of Notre Dame
Patricia A. Sullivan is Associate Professor of Theology at Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780824524364 |
| ISBN 10 | 0824524365 |
| Title | Why We Venerate the Saints |
| Author | Patricia A Sullivan |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Crossroad Publishing Co ,U.S. |
| Year published | 2012-05-30 |
| Number of pages | 305 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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