What makes a saint? A clear guide to beatification, canonization, and the church’s careful processes.
This nonfiction work explains what beatification and canonization mean, how the Holy See and other authorities evaluate lives of the saints, and why these acts matter for Catholics and curious readers alike. It places the church’s procedures in context, discusses safeguards against error, and shows how saints’ biographies can be read with discernment and reverence.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the complex process of beatification and canonization in the Catholic Church, shedding light on the rigorous examinations and deliberations involved in determining the sanctity of individuals. By examining the lives of canonized saints, the author delves into the extraordinary actions, seemingly opposed to common sense and social conventions, that often accompany heroic virtue. Additionally, the book scrutinizes the frequent misunderstandings and even opposition that saints encounter, including persecution from both non-believers and well-intentioned Catholics. Through a historical lens, the author uncovers the profound spiritual insights embedded in the stories of saints, emphasizing the transformative power of faith and the enduring legacy of their teachings. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331767787_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331767787
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