Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body

by Pope Saint John Paul II

Other authorsMichael Waldstein (Translator)
Paperback, 2006

Barcode

4507

Call number

233.5 JPII

Status

Available

Call number

233.5 JPII

Pages

735

Description

A new critical translation of Pope John Paul II's talks on the Theology of the Body by the internationally renowned biblical scholar Michael Waldstein. With meticulous scholarship and profound insight, Waldstein presents John Paul II's magnificent vision of the human person. Includes a preface by Cardinal SchoĢˆnborn, a foreword by Christopher West, a comprehensive index of words and phrases, a scriptural index, and a reference table for other versions of the papal texts. Recipient of a CPA Award!.

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REFERENCE: DO NOT REMOVE FROM THE LIBRARY

Publication

Pauline Books & Media (2006), Edition: 2006, 735 pages

ISBN

0819874213 / 9780819874214

Rating

½ (26 ratings; 4.7)

User reviews

LibraryThing member laudemgloriae
Awesome... It's like having a bible study with the Pope on the meaning of man, of his corporality and his vocation to love and be loved. The depth that he penetrates the scriptures to show the dignity of the body is amazing. The truth of it just resonates... I could read it again and again, and I
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think I would always discover more. The translation itself is clear, conveys the intent of the original language very, very well. The introduction alone is awesome. It also contains a few addresses on Tobit and the Song of Songs that were omitted originally, and I think those were the most awesome ones!
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