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Popes and the Papacy: A History
- Narrated by: Thomas F. X. Noble
- Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins
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Popes and the Papacy: A History
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Publisher's Summary
More than a billion Roman Catholics throughout the world today look to the pope for guidance and leadership. Despite the papacy's enormous influence, how much do you really know about this ancient and powerful institution?
Catholics and non-Catholics alike will enjoy these 24 illuminating lectures about this remarkable institution. Professor Noble gives you priceless insights into the dramatic history of the papal office and the lives of the men who represented it.
You'll follow four critical strands of papal history over 2,000 years: the history of the "Petrine" idea; the history of an institution; the history of popes and antipopes; the history of Western civilization; and you'll look inside the Vatican's doors and discover fresh views on the institution's people, ideas, traditions, and routines, as well as the important roles played by organizations like the Curia and the Secretariat of State. You'll investigate the mechanisms by which the church not only ministers to its worldwide flock but also deals with the practical realities of its administration.
Filled with interesting stories and remarkable insights, this course promises to educate, enlighten, and entertain you.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
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- Rose
- 13-01-2024
interesting
I'd like to state right at the beginning I'm not catholic.
saying that, this was an interesting subject well delivered. after hearing of some of the issues the popes went through over the centuries though I am amazed they are still around.
well worth listening to
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- Susan Dear
- 27-12-2018
Absolutely loved it!!
I am so thankful that I discovered The Great courses on audible. Another amazing series on lectures about the Popes and the Papacy. As a non-Catholic I have always been fascinated with the history of the Roman Catholic Church and the way the papacy works. This starts from Peter all the way to Benedict XVI. I would definitely recommend it!
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- Amazon Customer
- 14-01-2024
Excellent when listened to at 0.7 speed
The amount of information is immense but it's presented in aninteresting and engaging fashion. The professor has a very deep knowledge of the subject. He speaks really well but rather fast so I found that I enjoyed and understood the course better when listening at 0.7 speed. The last two lectures were my favorite.
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