The Living and True God: The Mystery of the Trinity (Traditio) - Softcover

Ladaria, Luis F.

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9781934996065: The Living and True God: The Mystery of the Trinity (Traditio)

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ISBN 10: 1934996068 ISBN 13: 9781934996065

Publisher: Convivium Press, 2010

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This is a New Revised Edition in which the Author explains how the Trinity (one God in three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) is the central mystery of the Christian faith that enlightens all other mysteries of the faith. An understanding of the Trinity is essential for the protection and defense of the divine/human person of Jesus Christ and his saving work. This book documents the historical development of the doctrine of the Trinity and its significance for the Christian faith. In a broad and systematic way, Ladaria traces the debates within the early Christian church as the concept of the Trinity developed. He also reflects on the great masters of church tradition concerning their understanding of the Trinity and is in dialogue with various contemporary theologians on this subject. This book has been written especially for theological students and professors as an aid in grasping the Trinitarian formulation both historically and theologically and to assist in deepening their faith and reflection in the mystery of God.

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"The Living and True God: The Mystery of the Trinity discusses Christianity and the development of the concept in the early Christianity, as well as the mystery of God and his role in this trinity offaith. A translation from Spanish from Christian thinker Luis F. Ladaria, this study is an absolute must for students of theology, be they professional or simply curious non-specialist general readers. The Living and True God is an excellent pick, very much recommended reading for community and college theology collections." - Midwest Book Review

About the Author:

Archbishop Luis F. Ladaria, a Jesuit theologian who is currently the Secretary of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, has been a professor of theology at the Pontifical Gregorian University of Rome since 1984. He was also a professor at the Comillas University in Madrid, and from 1992 to 1997 he was a member of the International Theological Commission. Since 2004 he has been the general secretary of that commission. His works have greatly contributed to contemporary theological debates.

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