The Infallibility of the Church: Lectures Delivered in the Divinity School of the University of Dublin - Softcover

Salmon, George

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1025738756 ISBN 13: 9781025738758

Publisher: Tradd Street Press, 2026

Synopsis

"The Infallibility of the Church" is a rigorous and scholarly examination of one of the most contentious doctrines in Christian theology. Based on a series of influential lectures delivered in the Divinity School of the University of Dublin, George Salmon provides a meticulous critique of the claims of institutional infallibility, particularly those asserted by the Roman Catholic Church. This work remains a cornerstone of Protestant apologetics, offering a systematic analysis of the historical, scriptural, and logical arguments surrounding religious authority.

Throughout the volume, Salmon explores the nature of truth, the role of tradition, and the boundaries of ecclesiastical power. He addresses the complexities of the Rule of Faith and the historical development of the dogma of papal infallibility. Known for his clarity of thought and deep erudition, Salmon engages with the primary sources of both Catholic and Protestant traditions to evaluate the practical and theological consequences of an infallible church. This book serves as an essential resource for students of theology, church history, and the long-standing dialogue between different branches of the Christian faith. It stands as a testament to the intellectual vigor of divinity studies and remains relevant for those exploring the foundational questions of certainty and authority in religion.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1025738756
• ISBN 13: 9781025738758
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 530