Alfons Stickler

Broschiertes Buch

The Case for Clerical Celibacy, Second Edition

Its Historical Development and Theological Foundations

Beschreibung

In order to arrive at a correct understanding of the much discussed topic of clerical celibacy, it is necessary to clarify the pertinent facts and regulations found within the Church from its beginnings until the present time. Further, itis also necessary to explore the theological reasons for celibacy. This can be done only on the basis of a knowledge of the relevant sources and of current scholarship, especially if this book's presentation is to be accepted as valid and credible. Before tracing the historical development of celibacy in the Western and European Churches, this study begins with an analysis of the actual concept of clerical celibacy, which necessarily lies at the basis of the respective obligations that it imposes. To give solidity to his conclusions, Cardinal Stickler provides an outline of the method which a proper treatment of this argument demands. The final part of his book is dedicated to the theological presuppositions and foundations of celibacy.

Autor

Cardinal Alfons Maria Stickler was a member of numerous international faculties and academic organizations. He was a consultor to many congregations of the Roman Curia, a member of the preparatory commission for the Second Vatican Council, a peritus to three of the Council commissions, and a member of the commission for the preparation of the VW1983 Code of Canon Law.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Ignatius Press
• Seitenzahl: 112
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. September 2019
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 185mm x 121mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 121g
• ISBN-13: 9781621643548
• ISBN-10: 1621643549
• Artikelnr.: 66278219