Lectures on the Principal Doctrines and Practices of the Catholic Church, Vol. 1: Delivered at St. Mary s, Moorfields, During the Lent of 1836 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Nicholas Patrick Wiseman

 
9781333980672: Lectures on the Principal Doctrines and Practices of the Catholic Church, Vol. 1: Delivered at St. Mary s, Moorfields, During the Lent of 1836 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

In the 1830s, amidst the Oxford Movement, a series of lectures was given to combat the Protestant view of the Christian faith and establish the Catholic viewpoint. This book compiles seven of these lectures, delivered by Cardinal Wiseman, each elaborating on a particular aspect of the Catholic doctrine. Approaching the subject from a thoughtful perspective, the author begins by defining the Protestant vs. Catholic standpoints. He then analyzes the Protestant argument that scripture is the highest authority in determining faith. In the following chapters, Wiseman carefully lays out the foundational tenets of the Catholic Church, including the central role of the Church itself as the ultimate authority in matters of faith and practice. He emphasizes the historical development of Catholic tradition and the importance of the sacraments, while also addressing common Protestant objections and misconceptions about Catholic beliefs. The book concludes by highlighting the significance of adhering to the Catholic faith for achieving salvation.

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