The State and the Church: Written and Edited for the Department of Social Action of the National Catholic Welfare Council - Couverture souple
Synopsis
How should church and state shape a just society? This book surveys the Christian view of government, its moral purpose, and the duties of citizens within a political order. Drawing on papal and Catholic teaching, it argues that civil power should serve the common good and reflect the authority of God guiding rulers and laws.
It explores fundamental questions about the State’s origin, its relation to the Church, and the ethical basis of governance. The text discusses rights and duties, patriotism, and the proper role of religious freedom in public life, presenting a framework for understanding how Christian principles can inform modern political institutions without neglecting practical realities.
- How public authority is seen as deriving from God and exercised for the common good.
- The duties and rights of the individual citizen within a Christian political framework.
- The relationship between the Church and civil authority, including the question of joint jurisdiction.
- Historical perspectives on democracy and liberty from a Christian tradition.
Ideal for readers interested in religious perspectives on government, moral philosophy, and the role of faith in public life.
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