Product Description

The biblical, historical, and theological evidence for Catholic teaching on Tradition. Provides an extensive, non-polemical refutation of the Protestant teaching of "sola scriptura" (Latin: by Scripture alone).

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1738076 in Books
• Published on: 1997-04-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 560 pages

Review
"Tradition and Traditions" has been hailed internationally as a classic, perhaps the classic, on the subject. Its presentation of the biblical, historical, and theological evidence for Catholic teaching on Tradition is as electrifying today as it was the day it exploded onto the scene. Those who object to Catholic teaching on Tradition will find their arguments shaken to their foundations and very likely toppled. -- From the foreword by Patrick Madrid

Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French

About the Author
The late Cardinal Yves M.J. Congar, O.P. was a world-renowned Catholic theologian and patristics scholar. Among the thological experts involved in the Second Vatican Council, Congar was honored by Pope John Paul for his immense and influential body of work by being made a cardinal.

Customer Reviews

Very informative and practical
This work is a classic in the field of historical theology, in which the author recounts the history of "tradition," from scriptural, patristic and medieval sources, then attempts to find the common threads that run through Church history. Congar dispels many myths and superstitions about the Catholic conception of Tradtion. Unfortunately, this work and its conclusions are largely ignored by conservatives.

Yikes, Scooby! It's back in print!
I would give this book 10 stars if I could. Not only does Congar present his thesis with great expertise, he covers ALL the bases in regards to tradition, scripture, and the Church just as the subtitle says. He's done his homework, now do yours! Protestants beware!

This will not be a quick read, however. You'll need to take some time to chew on this one. Other books which you may want to look at include: "Not by Scripture Alone" by Sungenis, "By What Authority?" by Shea, "Eucharist" by Bouyer, "the Christian Tradition" in 5 volumes by Jaraslov Pelikan, "Common Ground" by Bajis, "The Vindication of Tradition" by Pelikan, and "The Orthodox Way" by Bishop Kallistos Ware.

Yikes, Scooby! It's back in print!
I would give this book 10 stars if I could. Not only does Congar present his thesis with great expertise, he covers ALL the bases in regards to tradition, scripture, and the Church just as the subtitle says. Protestants beware!

This will not be a quick read, however. You'll need to take some time to chew on this one. Other books which you may want to look at include: "Not by Scripture Alone" by Sungenis, "By What Authority?" by Shea, "Eucharist" by Bouyer, "the Christian Tradition" in 5 volumes by Jaraslov Pelikan, "Common Ground" by Bajis, "The Vindication of Tradition" by Pelikan, and "The Orthodox Way" by Bishop Kallistos Ware.