A Comparative Study Of The Constitution Apostolicae Sedis And The Codex Juris Canonici (1922)

By George Leo Leech

Book Overview

A Comparative Study Of The Constitution Apostolicae Sedis And The Codex Juris Canonici is a book written by George Leo Leech in 1922. The book is a comparative analysis of two important documents in the Catholic Church, namely the Constitution Apostolicae Sedis and the Codex Juris Canonici. The Constitution Apostolicae Sedis was issued by Pope Pius IX in 1869, while the Codex Juris Canonici was promulgated in 1917. The book examines the similarities and differences between these two documents, which both deal with the governance of the Catholic Church. Leech provides a detailed analysis of the legal and theological implications of each document, and explores the historical context in which they were written. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the two documents. Topics covered include the authority of the Pope, the role of bishops and priests, the sacraments, and the administration of justice in the Church. Overall, A Comparative Study Of The Constitution Apostolicae Sedis And The Codex Juris Canonici is a comprehensive and scholarly work that provides valuable insights into the legal and theological foundations of the Catholic Church. The book is aimed at scholars and students of canon law, as well as anyone interested in the history and governance of the Catholic Church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165906422
• ISBN13: 9781165906420
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"