Caritas in Veritate, Pope Benedict XVI's Gift to The World
By Jesse O. Kurtz | 7 July, MMVIIII
Pope Benedict XVI
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Popes promulgate encyclical letters on varying occasions. The encyclicals are a response to an area of the human dilemma, which is in need of clarification. The Pope inhabiting the Chair of Saint Peter will spend some time reflecting on the Deposit of Faith before applying the truths of faith and reason to addressing a given problem.
Pope Benedict XVI had sensed a problem with the contemporary relation between labour and capital. While working on his encyclical, the global economic recession occurred. The Pope reflected on the situation and after many delays - finally - issued Caritas in Veritate. I have not yet read the document, but can pretty much guarantee you that most analysts will get it wrong. When I read the document I will share my thoughts with you. For now, here are some of the thoughts from across the pundit-sphere.
Mr. Kurtz is the Republican Candidate for Mayor of Atlantic City (www.Kurtz2009.com).
Pope Benedict XVI
(Photo Credit - http://lonewolflibrarian.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/pope-benedict-xvi.jpg)
Popes promulgate encyclical letters on varying occasions. The encyclicals are a response to an area of the human dilemma, which is in need of clarification. The Pope inhabiting the Chair of Saint Peter will spend some time reflecting on the Deposit of Faith before applying the truths of faith and reason to addressing a given problem.
Pope Benedict XVI had sensed a problem with the contemporary relation between labour and capital. While working on his encyclical, the global economic recession occurred. The Pope reflected on the situation and after many delays - finally - issued Caritas in Veritate. I have not yet read the document, but can pretty much guarantee you that most analysts will get it wrong. When I read the document I will share my thoughts with you. For now, here are some of the thoughts from across the pundit-sphere.
Cardinal George Welcomes Caritas in Veritate, Says Message on Global Economy, Politics, Environment Is Helpful Guide for TodayBe sure to leave your thoughts on the document in the comment section.
New Social Encyclical Released: The continuous reference to Truth and Love infuses 'Caritas in veritate' with great freedom of thought.
"Caritas" 101
"[T]here are those of us ... who will appreciate the veritatis splendor in Pope Benedict's proclamation. ..."
Caritas and Economics
Caritas in Veritate: Why Truth Matters
Mr. Kurtz is the Republican Candidate for Mayor of Atlantic City (www.Kurtz2009.com).
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What does ANY of this have to do with running for mayor of Atlantic City?
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Not everyone is as one-dimensional as you.
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Viva la Papa! And I don't mean "Gary" for you South Jersey-types....
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