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The 1960 publication of We Hold These Truths marked a significant event in the history of modern American thought. Since that time, Sheed & Ward has kept the book in print and has published several studies of John Courtney Murray's life and work. We are proud to present a new edition of this classic text, which features a comprehensive introduction by Peter Lawler that places Murray in the context of Catholic and American history and thought while revealing his relevance today.From the new Introduction by Peter Lawler:The Jesuit John Courtney Murray (190467) was, in his time, probably the best known and most widely respected American Catholic writer on the relationship between Catholic philosophy and theology and his country's political life. The highpoint of his influence was the publication of We Hold These Truths in the same year as an election of our country's first Catholic president. Those two events were celebrated by a Time cover story (December 12, 1960) on Murray's work and influence. The story's author, Protestant Douglas Auchincloss, reported that it was 'The most relentlessly intellectual cover story I've done.' His amazingly wide ranging and denseif not altogether accurateaccount of Murray's thought was crowned with a smart and pointed conclusion: 'If anyone can help U.S. Catholics and their nonCatholic countrymen toward the disagreement that precedes understandingJohn Courtney Murray can.'. . . Murray's work, of course, is treated with great respect and has had considerable influence, but now it's time to begin to think of him as one of America's very few genuine political philosophers. His disarmingly lucid and accessible prose has caused his book to be widely cited and celebrated, but it still is not well understood. It is both praised and blamed for reconciling Catholic faith with the fundamental premises of American political life. It is praised by liberals for paving the way for Vatican II's embrace of the American idea of religious liberty, and it is
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- Q: What is 'We Hold These Truths: Catholic Reflections on the American Proposition' about? A: 'We Hold These Truths' explores the relationship between Catholic philosophy and American political life, particularly through the work of John Courtney Murray, a notable Catholic writer.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'We Hold These Truths' is John Courtney Murray, a prominent Jesuit theologian known for his contributions to Catholic thought and political philosophy.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'We Hold These Truths' was published on July 14, 2005.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'We Hold These Truths' contains 320 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book in new or used condition? A: The book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the reconciliation of Catholic faith with American ideals, the influence of John Courtney Murray's thought, and its relevance in contemporary discussions of religious liberty.
- Q: Does this book include any special features or introductions? A: Yes, this edition features a comprehensive introduction by Peter Lawler that contextualizes Murray's work within Catholic and American history.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Catholic philosophy? A: Yes, the book is written in a lucid and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of varying familiarity with Catholic philosophy.
- Q: What audience would benefit from reading this book? A: This book would benefit students, scholars, and anyone interested in the interplay between Catholicism and American political thought.