Sign of Contradiction

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JShis isthe first full-length book to be published in English by the new Popé of the Román Catholic Church. It is a book of rare spirituality by an extraordinary humán being.
Based on a series of spiritual exercises presented to Popé Paul VI, the papai household, and the cardinals and bishops of the Román Curia, Sign of Contradiction is as clear as the spoken word and as profound as the truths to which those words point.
It is a penetrating look at the mysteries of faith through the eyes and heart of a man who is not only deeply acquainted with contemporary philosophy but who is alsó intimately identified with the struggles of his people for humán freedom and religious liberty.
The theme is the humán encounter with God in a world that seems to contradict the reality ofdivine power and love. Written in a language that is at once straightforward and poetic, the book will appeal to a wide audience because of its biblical spirituality, its rich humanism, and its informed use of... Tovább

Fülszöveg

T
JShis isthe first full-length book to be published in English by the new Popé of the Román Catholic Church. It is a book of rare spirituality by an extraordinary humán being.
Based on a series of spiritual exercises presented to Popé Paul VI, the papai household, and the cardinals and bishops of the Román Curia, Sign of Contradiction is as clear as the spoken word and as profound as the truths to which those words point.
It is a penetrating look at the mysteries of faith through the eyes and heart of a man who is not only deeply acquainted with contemporary philosophy but who is alsó intimately identified with the struggles of his people for humán freedom and religious liberty.
The theme is the humán encounter with God in a world that seems to contradict the reality ofdivine power and love. Written in a language that is at once straightforward and poetic, the book will appeal to a wide audience because of its biblical spirituality, its rich humanism, and its informed use of references to writers and philosophers from Shakespeare to Saint-Exupéry.
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Sign of Contradiction reflects the deep faith and spirituality of the Popé, expressed with Gospel simplicity and clarity. It expresses sound scriptural doctrine and profound spirituality. It can serve as a blueprint for a truly active Christian life.
"My best recommendation of this volume cannot possibly match the merits of its contents An incomparable treasure of the Church's authentic teaching on knowing, loving and living Christ. This is a book of prayer, of meditation and of spiritual reading." —John Cardinal Krol,
Archbishop of Philadelphia
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A faithful and invaluable preaching of the word, envisaging a 'new Advent' for the Church and for humanity, a time of great trial but alsó of great hope."
—Stefan Cardinal Wyszynski, Primate of Poland
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i This book evinces a spirituality marked by intellectual vigor, theological substance, humanity and warmth. Even more, it is a spirituality based on a faith that is unabashedly evangelical. The spiritual vision he shared with the Vatican, Popé John Paul II now shares with the world."
—The Rev. Ronald Modras, America Magaziné
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