The Independence of the Holy See: With an Appendix, Containing the Papal Allocating, of March, 1887 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Cardinal Manning

9780332947952: The Independence of the Holy See: With an Appendix, Containing the Papal Allocating, of March, 1887 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0332947955 ISBN 13: 9780332947952

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Defend the liberty of the Holy See with a compelling historical perspective.

This work presents Cardinal Manning’s argument for the independence and sovereignty of the pope, tracing the relationship between church authority and civil power through pivotal moments in modern history. It offers a clear, accessible examination of why the Holy See asserts its own sovereignty and how that stance shapes Catholic life and doctrine.

The text situates the papal office within a broader global context, emphasizing conscience, religious liberty, and the church’s role as a universal authority. It contrasts Church independence with secular claims on spiritual matters, aiming to illuminate the enduring balance between faith and civil authority. The included material reinforces the stakes of church-state relations and the implications for believers and observers alike.
Readers will discover:

A detailed account of the papacy’s temporal and spiritual roles as argued by the author.
Reflections on religious liberty, sovereignty, and the historical tensions between Rome and secular powers.
Commentary on how these themes influence contemporary understanding of the Church’s authority.
An appendix containing primary material that underpins the central argument about papal independence.

Ideal for readers of religious history, ecclesiology, and those seeking a clear, principled defense of papal sovereignty in the modern world.

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