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Paul Vi: The First Modern Pope
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Paul Vi, Born Giovanni Battista Montini, Ranks Among The Most Influential Figures In The Modern History Of The Roman Catholic Church. When He Was Elected Pope In 1963, He Faced The Awesome Responsibility Of Guiding The Church Through The Conclusion Of The Historic Second Vatican Council. With The Council Behind Him, An Overarching Challenge Remained: Shepherding The Catholic Communion During The Turbulent Aftermath Of Vatican Ii The Aftershocks Of Which Are Being Felt Throughout The Church To This Very Day.Peter Hebblethwaite Succinctly Characterizes The Pontificate Of Paul Vi: He Managed To Complete The Council Without Dividing The Church. He Reformed The Roman Curia Without Alienating It. He Introduced Collegiality Without Ever Letting It Undermine His Papal Office. He Practised Ecumenism Without Impairing Catholic Identity. He Had An Ostpolitik That Involved Neither Surrender Nor Bouncing Aggressivity. He Was 'Open To The World' Without Ever Being Its Dupe. He Pulled Off The Most Difficult Trick Of All: Combining Openness With Fidelity.Yet, The Life Of Paul Vi Encompassed More Than The Fifteen Years Of His Papacy. His Biographer Devotes Nearly As Many Chapters To The Time Preceding Paul'S Pontificate As He Does To His Years As Pope. Montini'S Personal Experiences Coupled With The Tumultuous Events Of His Time Gave Shape And Purpose To The Activities And Judgments Of A Pope Beset By The Challenges Of Modernity. His Antifascist Crusade As A Young Priest; The Talents, Knowhow, And Contacts He Developed During Three Decades Of Service In The Vatican Secretariat Of State; The Terrorist Bombing Of His Residence While He Was Archbishop Of Milan; The Devastation Of Two World Wars; The Stripping Away Of People'S Religious Freedom At The Hands Of Oppressive Regimes All This Helped To Define Paul Vi.With Such A Past, His Future Had To Be A Matter Of Consequence. And It Was Amid Open, Productive Ecumenical Dialogue; As Dissident Voices Were Raised Against His Teaching On Contraception; In A World Made Smaller By His Efforts On Behalf Of Human Rights; Amid Criticism From Left And Right As He Sought To Move The Church Forward; As He Stood Before The United Nations Urging Peace.With Candor And Compelling Narrative, Hebblethwaite Furnishes His Readers With A Rare Understanding Of A Misunderstood Man, A Controversial Pope.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Paul VI: The First Modern Pope'? A: The book focuses on the life and papacy of Paul VI, exploring his role in guiding the Catholic Church through the Second Vatican Council and the challenges he faced during his time as pope.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Peter Hebblethwaite, who provides a thorough biography of Paul VI, detailing both his personal life and his significant contributions to the Church.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: This is a hardcover edition, categorized as a used book in good condition, and it offers an in-depth look at the historical context surrounding Paul VI's papacy.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 749 pages, providing extensive coverage of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'Paul VI: The First Modern Pope' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1993.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as being in good condition, indicating that it has been previously owned but remains usable and intact.
- Q: Is this the first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Paul VI: The First Modern Pope'.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes such as ecumenism, the challenges of modernity, and the impact of Paul VI’s decisions on the Catholic Church and society.
- Q: Does the book provide insights into Paul VI's early life? A: Yes, the biography includes significant information about Paul VI's early life and experiences that shaped his papacy.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of the book? A: Readers can expect a candid and compelling narrative that offers deep insights into the life of a complex and sometimes misunderstood pope.