Elucidations

by Hans Urs von Balthasar

Publisher:

Ignatius

, 1998

Overview

Elucidations provides readers with insightful reflections on widely-disputed topics of Christian belief and life. Written by one of the great theologians and spiritual writers of the twentieth century, Hans Urs von Balthasar, this work feeds both the mind and heart, exploring the substance of Christian life, experience, and faith. Among the topics that von Balthasar addresses are the mystery of God, the role of the saints and the Marian principle, the nature of Tradition and authority, the pope, the priesthood, the nature of religious life, unity among believers, the subject of why one should remain in the Church, and more. Each of the 25 chapters focuses on a particular topic, and together they bear witness to an underlying comprehensive vision on essential spiritual questions for modern believers.

Product Details

• Title: Elucidations
• Author: Hans Urs von Balthasar
• Publisher: Ignatius
• Print Publication Date: 1998
• Logos Release Date: 2019
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Catholic Church › Doctrines; Theology
• ISBNs: 9780898706215, 0898706211
• Resource ID: LLS:ELUCIDATIONS
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-03-25T19:39:22Z

About Hans Urs von Balthasar

Hans Urs von Balthasar (1905–1988) was a Swiss Roman Catholic theologian. Along with Karl Rahner, Balthasar is one of the most important Roman Catholic theologians of the 20th century.