A Concise Guide to the Documents of Vatican II

The sixteen documents of the Second Vatican Council are the most important texts produced by the Catholic church in the past four hundred years. They shape virtually every aspect of church life today. But hardly anyone ever reads them... --From the Introduction

In this indispensable guide, Edward P. Hahnenberg outlines each of the documents produced by the Second Vatican Council. Offering the background for each work, its language and context, this book provides a clear and concise overview of the Council's work and its significance in the life of the church. Each document's history, content, major concerns and effects are considered. Significant quotes provide a sample of the language, and contemporary topics provide discussion opportunities. Scripture scholars and students--and every Catholic--will find this a valuable resource.

Author: Edward P. Hahnenberg
Publisher: Franciscan Media
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 178
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.59lbs
Size: 8.46h x 5.78w x 0.52d
ISBN13: 9780867165524
ISBN10: 0867165529
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Christianity | History
- Religion | Christianity | Catholic
- Religion | Christianity | Literature & the Arts

About the Author
EDWARD P. HAHNENBERG holds a doctorate in theology from the University of Notre Dame. He is assistant professor of theology at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, and author of Ministries: A Relational Approach (Crossroad).