Doors To The Sacred
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
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A landmark work in the study of Christian sacramental theology, Doors to the Sacred presents a sweeping historical and theological survey of the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church, tracing their origins from ancient religious rituals through the early Christian communities and into modern practice. Joseph Martos chronicles how sacraments such as baptism, the Eucharist, marriage, and ordination evolved over centuries, shaped by shifting cultural contexts, ecclesiastical debates, and theological reformulations. Written with both scholarly rigor and remarkable accessibility, the work argues that sacraments are not static rites but living symbols whose meanings have been continuously reinterpreted by the faithful across time. Martos illustrates how an understanding of this historical development enriches contemporary Catholic worship and invites a deeper, more informed engagement with sacramental life. Essential reading for students of theology, religious educators, and anyone seeking a serious yet approachable guide to the roots of Christian ritual, this authoritative text remains one of the most comprehensive treatments of the subject available.
Author: Joseph Martos
Format: Paperback
Genre: Religion
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A landmark work in the study of Christian sacramental theology, Doors to the Sacred presents a sweeping historical and theological survey of the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church, tracing their origins from ancient religious rituals through the early Christian communities and into modern practice. Joseph Martos chronicles how sacraments such as baptism, the Eucharist, marriage, and ordination evolved over centuries, shaped by shifting cultural contexts, ecclesiastical debates, and theological reformulations. Written with both scholarly rigor and remarkable accessibility, the work argues that sacraments are not static rites but living symbols whose meanings have been continuously reinterpreted by the faithful across time. Martos illustrates how an understanding of this historical development enriches contemporary Catholic worship and invites a deeper, more informed engagement with sacramental life. Essential reading for students of theology, religious educators, and anyone seeking a serious yet approachable guide to the roots of Christian ritual, this authoritative text remains one of the most comprehensive treatments of the subject available.