The Catechism Of The Council Of Trent

Forged in the heat of the Reformation, the Catechism of the Council of Trent gave the Roman Church its clearest voice. This is Catholicism, clearly defined. Composed in the wake of the great council and translated into English by J. Donovan, this authoritative roman catholic catechism distils council of trent doctrine into a lucid, pastoral guide for belief, worship, and the moral life. Intended first for parish clergy, it serves as a catholic doctrinal manual for preaching, teaching, and the formation of conscience, uniting in a single, complete Tridentine catechism the Creed, the sacraments and commandments, and the life of prayer under the guidance of the roman church magisterium. For readers today, it opens a clear window into the heart of sixteenth century catholic thought and the inner logic of counter reformation catholicism. Its sturdy, orderly exposition speaks to catholic priests and catechists, students of theology and history, and anyone seeking a traditional catholic study text that remains surprisingly accessible. As a landmark reference work, it stands beside the Summa Theologica of Thomas Aquinas and foreshadows themes later popularised in the Baltimore Catechism classic, making it invaluable both for personal formation and for serious research into the faith. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354445047
• ISBN13: 9789354445040
• Release Date: February 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 418 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"