ISBN: 9781333323912 - the papacy: its historic origin and primitive relations with the eastern churches (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the origins and evolution of the Papacy, arguing that the spiritual leadership claimed by the Bishop of Rome did not exist for the first eight centuries of Christianity. The author traces the historical development of the Roman episcopate, highlighting its gradual shift from a position of equality with other bishops to one of primacy and ultimately, universal sovereignty. The book explores the historical and theological arguments for and against the Papacy, placing the debate within its broader context of Church history and the development of religious doctrine. The author scrutinizes the scriptural basis for Papal authority, demonstrating how the Roman Catholic interpretation of certain biblical passages, particularly those concerning St. Peter, has been used to justify claims of Papal infallibility and divine right. This detailed historical and theological analysis ultimately challenges the traditional view of the Papacy as a divinely ordained institution, offering a fresh perspective on the historical and doctrinal roots of the division between the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…