God Is Near Us: The Eucharist, the Heart of Life

Ratzinger, Joseph

ISBN 10: 0898709628 / ISBN 13: 9780898709629

Edité par Ignatius Press, 2003

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Synopsis :

The Second Vatican Council says, "We ought to try to discover a new reverence for the Eucharistic mystery. Something is happening that is greater than anything we can do. The liturgy is the summit toward which the activity of the Church is directed; it is the font from which all her power flows."

This profound statement about the Eucharist stands at the center of this book by Cardinal Ratzinger. He compellingly shows us the biblical, historical, and theological dimensions of the Eucharist. The Cardinal draws far-reaching conclusions, focusing on the importance of one's personal devotion to and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, for the personal reception of Communion by the individual Christian, as well as for the life of the Church. For Ratzinger, any transformation of the world on the social plane grows out of the celebration of the Eucharist. He beautifully illustrates how the omnipotent God comes intimately close to us in the Holy Eucharist, the Heart of Life.

À propos de l?auteur:

Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI) is widely recognized as one of the most brilliant theologians and spiritual leaders of our age. As pope he authored the best-selling Jesus of Nazareth; and prior to his pontificat

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : God Is Near Us: The Eucharist, the Heart of ...
Éditeur : Ignatius Press
Date d'édition : 2003
Reliure : Paperback
Etat : Very Good
Etat de la jaquette : No Jacket