Author: Catholic University of America
Publisher: Gale
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 986
Book Description
others.In addition to the hundreds of new signed articles on a wide variety of topics, this new edition also features biographies of contemporary religious figures; thousands of photographs, maps and illustrations; and updated bibliographical citations. The 15th volume is a cumulative index to the entire encyclopedia.
New Catholic Encyclopedia: A-Azt
Author: Catholic University of America
Publisher: Gale
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 986
Book Description
others.In addition to the hundreds of new signed articles on a wide variety of topics, this new edition also features biographies of contemporary religious figures; thousands of photographs, maps and illustrations; and updated bibliographical citations. The 15th volume is a cumulative index to the entire encyclopedia.
Publisher: Gale
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 986
Book Description
others.In addition to the hundreds of new signed articles on a wide variety of topics, this new edition also features biographies of contemporary religious figures; thousands of photographs, maps and illustrations; and updated bibliographical citations. The 15th volume is a cumulative index to the entire encyclopedia.
The Catholic Encyclopedia
Author: Anonymous
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781015689411
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781015689411
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Our Sunday Visitor's Catholic Encyclopedia
Author: Peter M. J. Stravinskas
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor Publishing
ISBN: 9780879736699
Category : Christian fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1044
Book Description
Contains over three thousand alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about Catholicism, covering beliefs and teachings, history, sacramental and prayer life, and practical aspects of the faith.
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor Publishing
ISBN: 9780879736699
Category : Christian fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1044
Book Description
Contains over three thousand alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about Catholicism, covering beliefs and teachings, history, sacramental and prayer life, and practical aspects of the faith.
The HarperCollins Encyclopedia of Catholicism
Author: Richard P. McBrien
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0060653388
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 639
Book Description
This encyclopedia has more than 4200 entries, 280 contributors, leading experts on all aspects of Catholicism. Tables of the liturgical calendar, eccumenical councils and all the Popes. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0060653388
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 639
Book Description
This encyclopedia has more than 4200 entries, 280 contributors, leading experts on all aspects of Catholicism. Tables of the liturgical calendar, eccumenical councils and all the Popes. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
Catholic Traditions and Treasures
Author: Helen Hoffner
Publisher: Sophia Institute Press
ISBN: 1622824849
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
New converts and cradle Catholics alike are often perplexed by the myriad of devotions, traditions, practices, and beliefs that the Catholic Church has accumulated over the past twenty centuries. Why pray to St. Anthony to find something lost? Why keep a St. Christopher medal in your car? Or why bury a statue of St. Joseph — upside down! — in your yard when selling your house? In Helen Hoffner’s lovingly-illustrated, encyclopedic Catholic Treasures and Traditions, you’ll find succinct – and sometimes amusing – answers to these and hundreds of other questions. This delightful book explains the origin and nature of most of the common traditions of the Catholic Faith, as well as the source and meaning of many of the quaint and obscure ones. From Forty Hours to First Fridays and from Holy Hours to Holy Days, you’ll find in these pages an informative, delightful compendium of the Catholic way of life, including information about: Novenas * Penance * Prayers for the Dead * First Fridays * Votive Candles * Religious Medals * St. Francis Statues * Bathtub Madonnas * Holy Cards * Crucifixes * House Blessings * Prayer Corners * Advent Calendars * Jesse Trees * Marian Apparitions * Vestments * Icons * Divine Mercy * The Sacred Heart * The Liturgical Year * Holy Days * Religious Orders * The Holy See * The Roman Curia * The Divine Office * Holy Oils * Genuflecting * Relics * Stations of the Cross * The Sacraments * The Angelus * Litanies * Patron Saints and much more to acquaint you with the many wonderful treasures and traditions of the Catholic Faith!
Publisher: Sophia Institute Press
ISBN: 1622824849
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
New converts and cradle Catholics alike are often perplexed by the myriad of devotions, traditions, practices, and beliefs that the Catholic Church has accumulated over the past twenty centuries. Why pray to St. Anthony to find something lost? Why keep a St. Christopher medal in your car? Or why bury a statue of St. Joseph — upside down! — in your yard when selling your house? In Helen Hoffner’s lovingly-illustrated, encyclopedic Catholic Treasures and Traditions, you’ll find succinct – and sometimes amusing – answers to these and hundreds of other questions. This delightful book explains the origin and nature of most of the common traditions of the Catholic Faith, as well as the source and meaning of many of the quaint and obscure ones. From Forty Hours to First Fridays and from Holy Hours to Holy Days, you’ll find in these pages an informative, delightful compendium of the Catholic way of life, including information about: Novenas * Penance * Prayers for the Dead * First Fridays * Votive Candles * Religious Medals * St. Francis Statues * Bathtub Madonnas * Holy Cards * Crucifixes * House Blessings * Prayer Corners * Advent Calendars * Jesse Trees * Marian Apparitions * Vestments * Icons * Divine Mercy * The Sacred Heart * The Liturgical Year * Holy Days * Religious Orders * The Holy See * The Roman Curia * The Divine Office * Holy Oils * Genuflecting * Relics * Stations of the Cross * The Sacraments * The Angelus * Litanies * Patron Saints and much more to acquaint you with the many wonderful treasures and traditions of the Catholic Faith!
The Modern Catholic Encyclopedia
Author: Michael Glazier
Publisher: Michael Glazier Books
ISBN: 9780814659625
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 898
Book Description
"A succinct and contemporary view of the beliefs, practices, and history of Roman Catholics"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher: Michael Glazier Books
ISBN: 9780814659625
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 898
Book Description
"A succinct and contemporary view of the beliefs, practices, and history of Roman Catholics"--Provided by publisher.
Our Sunday Visitor's Catholic Encyclopedia for Children
Author: Ann Ball
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor (IN)
ISBN: 9781931709866
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Beginning with the creation story, this charming book winds its way through the Old Testament highlighting key stories such as Joseph and his coat of many colors. Then in the New Testament young readers will explore the life of Jesus, as well as the founding and growth of the Church. The examination of the lives of significant Saints, the vital teachings of the Church, and Christian symbols present the fundamental beliefs and practices of the Catholic Church.
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor (IN)
ISBN: 9781931709866
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Beginning with the creation story, this charming book winds its way through the Old Testament highlighting key stories such as Joseph and his coat of many colors. Then in the New Testament young readers will explore the life of Jesus, as well as the founding and growth of the Church. The examination of the lives of significant Saints, the vital teachings of the Church, and Christian symbols present the fundamental beliefs and practices of the Catholic Church.
Encyclopedia of Catholicism
Author: Frank K. Flinn
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 0816075654
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 705
Book Description
"Covers the key people, movements, institutions, practices, and doctrines of Roman Catholicism from its earliest origins."--Résumé de l'éditeur.
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 0816075654
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 705
Book Description
"Covers the key people, movements, institutions, practices, and doctrines of Roman Catholicism from its earliest origins."--Résumé de l'éditeur.
Dictionary of Christian Spirituality
Author: Glen G. Scorgie
Publisher: Zondervan Academic
ISBN: 9780310290667
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This reference work provides readers with a global, biographical, historical, topical, and biblical understanding of the origins, development, and contemporary expressions of Christian spirituality--a unique and valuable resource for pastors, church and ministry leaders, mentors, counselors, teachers, and scholars.
Publisher: Zondervan Academic
ISBN: 9780310290667
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This reference work provides readers with a global, biographical, historical, topical, and biblical understanding of the origins, development, and contemporary expressions of Christian spirituality--a unique and valuable resource for pastors, church and ministry leaders, mentors, counselors, teachers, and scholars.
Catholic Bible Dictionary
Author: Scott Hahn
Publisher: Image
ISBN: 0385530080
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 1010
Book Description
More than a generation has passed since the appearance of the last major Catholic Bible dictionary. It has been a fertile generation for biblical scholarship, an eventful time for biblical archaeology, and a fruitful time for the Church’s interpretation of the Bible. It is time for a new resource. Scott Hahn, internationally renowned theologian and biblical scholar, has inspired millions with his insight into the Catholic faith. Now he brings us this important reference guide, written specifically for Catholics, which contains more than five thousand clear and accessible entries and covers a wide range of people, places, and topics. From Genesis to Revelation, the whole of salvation history is presented and explained in smart, easy-to-understand prose. Catholic Bible Dictionary is an invaluable source of information, insight, and guidance for Catholics and others who are interested in enriching their understanding of Sacred Scripture. Scott Hahn draws from two millennia of scholarship to create an accessible and comprehensive tool for deeper and more rewarding biblical study.
Publisher: Image
ISBN: 0385530080
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 1010
Book Description
More than a generation has passed since the appearance of the last major Catholic Bible dictionary. It has been a fertile generation for biblical scholarship, an eventful time for biblical archaeology, and a fruitful time for the Church’s interpretation of the Bible. It is time for a new resource. Scott Hahn, internationally renowned theologian and biblical scholar, has inspired millions with his insight into the Catholic faith. Now he brings us this important reference guide, written specifically for Catholics, which contains more than five thousand clear and accessible entries and covers a wide range of people, places, and topics. From Genesis to Revelation, the whole of salvation history is presented and explained in smart, easy-to-understand prose. Catholic Bible Dictionary is an invaluable source of information, insight, and guidance for Catholics and others who are interested in enriching their understanding of Sacred Scripture. Scott Hahn draws from two millennia of scholarship to create an accessible and comprehensive tool for deeper and more rewarding biblical study.