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by T. W. (Thomas William) Allies
In this thoughtful study the author turns his attention to the biblical portrait of the apostle Peter, examining how Scripture names and explains his unique role among the twelve. Drawing heavily on the 19th‑century scholarship of Father Passaglia, the work assembles the verses, patristic testimonies, and council decisions that have long been cited in discussions of church leadership. The introduction frames the argument as a key piece in the long‑standing dialogue between Protestant and Catholic traditions, inviting listeners to reconsider familiar passages in a new light.
Presented in clear, conversational prose, the book guides the ear through careful analysis without demanding specialist knowledge. It balances rigorous citation with an approachable style, aiming to make a complex theological debate understandable for anyone curious about the foundations of papal authority. Listeners will come away with a deeper appreciation of how early Christian writings and scriptural interpretation have shaped the notion of a singular head of the Church.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (496K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Steven Giacomelli, Dianne Nolan, Jeannie Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Release date
2011-11-27
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1813–1903
A gifted 19th-century religious historian, he moved from Anglican prominence into Roman Catholic life and spent decades writing about the Church, authority, and history. His work grew out of the Oxford Movement and a lifelong habit of serious study.
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