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1 1/2" x 2 3/4". Printed on paper, blank on reverse. Divine Child.

Available in packs of 10.

Flex-cover, 7"x10", black leather.

Catholics looking for the traditional Catholic Bible in English should look no further!

In 1546, the Council of Trent declared the Latin Vulgate Bible as authentic, and declared that "No one (may) dare or presume under any pretext whatsoever to reject it" (4th Session, April 8, 1546). The Douay-Rheims Bible is an English translation of the Latin Vulgate Bible, a version universally used in the Church for over 1500 years, itself meticulously translated from the original Hebrew and Greek by St. Jerome (A.D. 340-420).

The Douay-Rheims was completed in 1609, and is therefore older than the King James Version, the oldest Protestant translation still in use, which was published in 1611. The Rheims New Testament was published nearly thirty years earlier, in 1582. Further, the translators of the KJV make specific reference to the Douay version in their translators' preface. It is commonly acknowledged that, in preparing the KJV, the translators made use of the Rheims New Testament and adopted many of its readings in preference to those of other English editions.

Since it was translated quite literally and with great reverence for each individual word from the Vulgate, which in turn reflects the structure of the original languages very clearly, the Douay-Rheims Bible can give great insight into the minds of the sacred authors.

In 1749-1752, Bishop Challoner, knowing that many English Catholics were reading distorted Protestant versions of the Bible such as the King James Version (KJV), made major revisions to the Douay-Rheims version, to improve its readability without diminishing its accuracy. The notes, written by Bishop Challoner are entirely faithful to the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church. The revised Douay-Rheims Bible has been approved by the Church many times over, including the approbation of Cardinal Gibbons for the 1899 edition that Baronius Press is publishing.

For over 300 years, the Douay Rheims Bible was the only Catholic English translation of Scripture used. It continues to be used officially in Catholic churches today.

Features:

• Leather bound cover with stitched edges
• Gold gilt edged pages and 2 ribbons.
• Completely retypeset to reproduce the original 1899 edition, making reading much easier.
• Eleven coloured maps digitally redrawn by hand and fully coloured
• 32 beautiful engravings that recreate key moments in Biblical History
• Family Register section
• Included in this edition – Three Papal encyclicals regarding the importance of the Holy Bible.
• PROVIDENTISSIMUS DEUS - Encyclical of Pope Leo XIII - On the Study of Holy Scripture
• SPIRITUS PARACLITUS - Encyclical of Pope Benedict XV - On St. Jerome
• DIVINO AFFLANTE SPIRITU - Encyclical of Pope Pius XII - On Promoting Biblical Studies, Commemorating the Fiftieth Anniversary of Providentissimus Deus

5 1/16"L x 4 1/16"W x 1 1/2"H

Box lined with red velvet - high quality - for jewelry, rosary, prayer beads

The newest addition to our hardbound publications! Sewn pages & gold embossed cover!

Parts I & II. For the Sundays, Holydays, and Festivals Throughout the Ecclesiastical Year to which are added the Lives of the Saints.

By Leonard Goffiné.

Translated from the German edition of Rev. George Ott by Very Rev. Gerard M. Pilz, O.S.B. With many approbations of the Most Rev. Archbishops and Bishops of the united States.
It would be difficult to find a book more suitable for the laity, imparting fuller instruction in faith and morals, or giving more lucid explanations of the ceremonies which the Church employs throughout the Ecclesiastical year. It is no surprise that this Catholic treasure has been warmly recommended over time by many bishops and priests since it first appeared in 1880 to strengthen the Catholic faith, propagate true Christian morality and lead to a better comprehension of the Ecclesiastical year. The Epistle and Gospel for each Sunday or Holyday is fully explained, complete with scriptural references; finally there is a short sermon that relates to the Gospel of the day. Replete with inspirational line drawings, which have been removed by most other publishers.

Fr. Goffine offers a short, insightful, and enriching instructions on the Gospel and the Epistles. Excellent guide for those who attend the Traditional Latin Mass. A must have for those who want to understand the liturgical calendar better.

962 pages, Imprimatur 1918.

“I have been reading this book for over 10 years and have gained scriptural insight that has helped shine clarity on the Gospels. I never tire of reading it!” -Anthony Michna, Co-Founder MOS, Inc. 1975.

Holds 20 (double-sided) to 40 (single-sided) holy cards.
Comes with 20 holy cards.

5 1/16"L x 4 1/16"W x 1 1/2"H

Box lined with red velvet - high quality - for jewelry, rosary, prayer beads