Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body
- ISBN-10
- 0819874213
- ISBN-13
- 9780819874214
- Category
- Religion / Christian Theology / Anthropology
- Pages
- 735
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2006
- Publisher
- Pauline Books & Media
- Author
- Pope John Paul II
Description
Internationally renowned Biblical scholar Michael Waldstein offers a new critical translation of Pope John Paul II's talks on the Theology of the Body, presenting his magnificent vision of the human person with meticulous scholarship and profound insight. A Preface by Cardinal Schönborn, a Foreword by Christopher West, a comprehensive index of words and phrases, a Scriptural index, and a reference table for other versions of the papal texts are included. Recipient of a CPA Award!
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