Thomas More's Dialogue Concerning Heresies, which is available at The Catholic Company in new editions for about $20, is one of the most insightful readings for a Christian.
One highlight:
Reason and nature say not that a miracle is impossible, only that it is impossible for nature...miracles are possible for God; and those who report them do report them as things done by God. Therefore, they are telling you no impossible tale."
At times, I wonder how More authorized the burnings of heretics, since that seems to go against the humanity he shows in this (and his other) writings. He also finds ways to avoid discussing abuses of the clergy. It is brilliant Christian theology, though, and strengthens my faith whenever I read it.
As Aubrey De Vere wrote:
Fisher and More!
Twins of one justice
On equal thrones
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Sunday, April 18, 2010
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