Reasonableness of Catholic Ceremonies and Practices by John J. Burke
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| Author | Burke, John J. (John James), 1857-1945 |
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| Title | Reasonableness of Catholic Ceremonies and Practices |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Michael Gray, Diocese of San Jose |
| Summary | "Reasonableness of Catholic Ceremonies and Practices" by Rev. John J. Burke is a religious exploration of Catholic rituals and traditions written in the early 20th century. The work delves into various Catholic ceremonies, including the Mass and sacraments, seeking to explain their significance and reasonableness within the faith. It aims to address and counter criticisms of these practices by providing a deeper understanding of their roots in Scripture and tradition. The opening of this text lays a foundation for understanding the role and importance of ceremonies in the Catholic faith. It emphasizes that these practices are not arbitrary but rather deeply rooted in historical context, scriptural directives, and a desire to elevate the spirituality of the faithful. Burke discusses how these ceremonies appeal to both the intellect and the heart, illustrating their integral role in worship, and concludes that the rituals—such as the vestments worn by priests and the conduct of the Mass—are reasonable expressions of faith that bring the community closer to God. The narrative portrays an intention to defend Catholic rituals against common misconceptions and to affirm their significance as meaningful acts of worship. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Catholic Church -- Customs and practices |
| Subject | Sacraments -- Catholic Church |
| Subject | Sacramentals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33678 |
| Release Date | Sep 9, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 84 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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