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.
In A Concise Guide to the Documents of Vatican II by Edward P. Hahnenberg, the author outlines each of the documents produced by the Second Vatican Council. Offering the background for each work, its language and context, A Concise Guide to the Documents of Vatican II by Edward P. Hahnenberg 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, students, and every Catholic will find A Concise Guide to the Documents of Vatican II by Edward P. Hahnenberg a valuable resource.
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