Introduction to Christianity Paperback - 2004

Name: Introduction to Christianity
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Author: Joseph Ratzinger
ISBN: 9781586170295

by Joseph Ratzinger

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From the publisher

Revised Edition

One of Cardinal Ratzinger's most important and widely read books, this volume is a revised second edition with an improved translation and an in-depth 20 page preface by the Cardinal. As he states in the preface, since this book was first published over 30 years ago, many changes and significant events have occurred in the world, and in the Church. But even so, he says he is firmly convinced that his fundamental approach in this book is still very timely and crucial for the spiritual needs of modern man. That approach puts the question of God and the question about Christ in the very center, which leads to a "narrative Christology" and demonstrates that the place for faith is in the Church.

Thus, this remarkable elucidation of the Apostle's Creed gives an excellent, modern interpretation of the foundations of Christianity. Ratzinger's profound treatment of Christianity's basic truths combines a spiritual outlook with a deep knowledge of Scripture and the history of theology.

Details

Title Introduction to Christianity
Author Joseph Ratzinger
Binding Paperback
Edition Revised
Pages 300
Volumes 1
Language ENG
Publisher Ignatius Press, Fort Collins, Colorado, U.S.A.
Publication date 2004-11-19
Features Bibliography, Index
ISBN 9781586170295 / 1586170295
Weight 0.9 lbs (0.41 kg)
Dimensions 7.9 x 5.3 x 1.1 in (20.07 x 13.46 x 2.79 cm)
Themes
- Religious Orientation: Catholic
- Religious Orientation: Christian
- Theometrics: Catholic
Category Religion - Catholicism
Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2004103523
Dewey Decimal Code 238.11

About the author

Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI) is widely recognized as one of the most brilliant theologians and spiritual leaders of our age. As pope he authored the best-selling Jesus of Nazareth; and prior to his pontificate, he wrote many influential books that continue to remain important for the contemporary Church, such as Introduction to Christianity and The Spirit of the Liturgy.