Catholicism: An Introduction: A comprehensive guide to the history, beliefs and practices of the Catholic faith

This is a complete guide to the oldest institution in the Western world - the Catholic Church. Explore the essential beliefs and practices of the religion and delve into its long and fascinating history. From the significance of Rome and the importance of the Papacy, to current issues such as science, contraception and new movements within the faith, learn what it means to be Catholic today.


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Catholicism: An Introduction: A comprehensive guide to the history, beliefs and practices of the Catholic faith

This is a complete guide to the oldest institution in the Western world - the Catholic Church. Explore the essential beliefs and practices of the religion and delve into its long and fascinating history. From the significance of Rome and the importance of the Papacy, to current issues such as science, contraception and new movements within the faith, learn what it means to be Catholic today.


NOT GOT MUCH TIME?

One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.


AUTHOR INSIGHTS

Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.


TEST YOURSELF

Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.


EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of psychology.


FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER

Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.


TRY THIS

Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

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Catholicism: An Introduction: A comprehensive guide to the history, beliefs and practices of the Catholic faith

Catholicism: An Introduction: A comprehensive guide to the history, beliefs and practices of the Catholic faith

by Peter Stanford
Catholicism: An Introduction: A comprehensive guide to the history, beliefs and practices of the Catholic faith

Catholicism: An Introduction: A comprehensive guide to the history, beliefs and practices of the Catholic faith

by Peter Stanford

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Overview

This is a complete guide to the oldest institution in the Western world - the Catholic Church. Explore the essential beliefs and practices of the religion and delve into its long and fascinating history. From the significance of Rome and the importance of the Papacy, to current issues such as science, contraception and new movements within the faith, learn what it means to be Catholic today.


NOT GOT MUCH TIME?

One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.


AUTHOR INSIGHTS

Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.


TEST YOURSELF

Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.


EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of psychology.


FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER

Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.


TRY THIS

Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781444131031
Publisher: Andrea Bindella
Publication date: 06/25/2010
Series: Skills-based Sociology
Sold by: Hachette Digital, Inc.
Format: eBook
File size: 519 KB

About the Author

Peter Stanford's previous investigations into the history, theology, enduring appeal and cultural significance of religious ideas include: Judas: The Troubling History of the Renegade Apostle; The Devil - A Biography; Heaven - A Traveller's Guide to the Undiscovered Country; and The She-Pope, an investigation of the Pope Joan legend. His other books include biographies of Bronwen Astor, Lord Longford and the Poet Laureate, C Day-Lewis, plus the polemical Catholics and Sex that became an award-winning Channel 4 series in 1992. He is a senior features writer at the Daily and Sunday Telegraph titles, and contributes to the Independent, the Observer, the Daily Mail and the Catholic weekly, the Tablet, where he is a columnist. He has presented programmes on BBC 1, Channel 4 and Channel 5, as well as BBC Radios 2 and 4 and the BBC World Service.

Table of Contents

PART ONE: CATHOLICISM - THE BASICSCh 1 One, Holy, Catholic, ApostolicCh 2 Once a CatholicPART TWO: THE HISTORY OF CATHOLICISMCh 3 The roots of belief and practiceCh 4 Church and StateCh 5 Reformation and ReformPART THREE: PAPACY, AUTHORITY AND TRADITIONCh 6 The Church of RomeCh 7 Traditions and TeachingsPART FOUR: THE CHURCH IN THE MODERN WORLDCh 8 ‘Opening a Window on the World’Ch 9 Modernisation in PracticeCh 10 God and CaesarCh 11 ‘A Sign of Contradiction’Taking it further

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