Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church
by Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, Pope Benedict XVI
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Author: Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, Pope Benedict XVIBrand: USCCB
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-03-31
ISBN: 1574557203
Number of pages: 200
Publisher: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
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- ISBN13: 9781574557206
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Summary: 5 Stars
In its question and answer format, the newly published Compendium of the Catechism is a simple, clear, and precise dictation of the truth (that is to say God Himself).
Having ordered this book long before the English translation was complete, I was delighted to finally see it in my mailbox. In little less than a week, the Compendium took its place among my three most cherished books - The Bible, The Catechism, and now the Compendium. In addition to the question and answer format, which is very appealing to lay people and those who studied the Baltimore Catechism, the book has plenty to offer, such as:
1. The Size: The book is small enough to accompany anyone in their everyday activities, and throughout life's journey.
2. The Approval: Pope Benedict's letter of approval offers a clear synthesis of the origins of the Compendium, a promulgation of its content, and a petition to Our Lady.
3. The Icons: Perhaps the most noticed addition in the Compendium is the use of Icons (displayed in full color). Fifteen to be exact, starting with Christ the Pantocrator - a mirror to the Compendium because this Icon is described as "an invitation to contemplate and to follow the Lord Jesus through the Church His bride and His mystical body." Additionally, Pope Benedict describes the potency of the Icons with these words: "The sacred images, with their beauty, are also a proclamation of the Gospel and express the splendor of the Catholic truth."
4. Concordances: The Compendium contains concordances to similar topics in the larger Catechism. This is handy for those wishing to delve deeper into a given subject.
5. Common Prayers and Formulas: At the end of the book, the Church presents the faithful a summary of the common prayers in both English and Latin, and the formulas of the Church - especially helpful to me since I haven't memorized them all!
If I was asked to concisely describe the benefits of reading the Compendium to a faithful Catholic, my reply would be that it enlightens the soul to the eternal ways of the ever living God; and likewise, to the inherent truths of Humanity. Considering that the price is equivalent to 4 gallons of gasoline - most likely covering production and distribution by a small margin - the Church is practically giving us this gift.
And to that I say, Gratias Tibi Ago Benedictus PP. XVI!
Summary of Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Catholics' hunger for the faith continues to grow. Pope Benedict XVI gives the Church the "food" that is seeks in the 598 questions and answers in the Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This 200-page volume offers a quick synopsis of the essential contents of the faith as promulgated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Like the 1992 Catechism, the Compendium has a four-part structure, and includes a section on common prayers and Catholic doctrinal formulas. Because of the question-and-answer format, catechetical leaders-parents, pastors, teachers, principals, and catechists-have a unique opportunity to dialogue with the faithful, and reinvigorate the Church's ongoing mission of evangelization and catechesis. Individuals can come "to know the unfathomable riches of the salvific mystery of Jesus Christ" by reading, using, and memorizing parts of the Compendium of the Catechism. An essential tool for youth and young adults, the Compendium is the perfect companion to a youth or young adult's Bible, spiritual reading, or textbook. Catechetical leaders in high schools, colleges, and parishes will appreciate its versatility-as a reference book, discussion starter, or core resource for RCIA programs. Fourteen images taken from masterpieces of Christian art set a tone for each part or section. "The sacred images, with their beauty, are also a proclamation of the Gospel and express the splendor of the Catholic truth," explained Pope Benedict XVI. The Compendium of the Catechism was prepared by a commission presided by the then Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger. Following the request for greater appreciation of the Catechism, and in order to meet a widespread need that emerged during the 2002 International Catechetical Congress, in 2003 the Holy Father established a special commission, presided by the prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, that he charged with preparing a Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, containing a more concise and dialogic version of the same contents of Catholic faith and morals.Theology Books
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