Fifty Years in the Church of Rome by Charles Paschal Telesphore Chiniquy

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Author Chiniquy, Charles Paschal Telesphore, 1809-1899
Title Fifty Years in the Church of Rome
Alternate Title 50 Years in the Church of Rome
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Summary "Fifty Years in the Church of Rome" by Charles Paschal Telesphore Chiniquy is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book presents an autobiographical narrative of the author's experiences as a Roman Catholic priest, detailing his observations and criticisms of the Catholic Church's practices and doctrines. It particularly emphasizes the theme of religious authority and the emotional turmoil faced by individuals under church rule. The opening of the work introduces Father Chiniquy’s early life and initial interactions with the Roman Catholic Church, highlighting his formative experiences with scripture, particularly a cherished Bible. The text describes a pivotal moment when Chiniquy's father defies a priest attempting to confiscate the Bible, which instills in him a sense of resistance against the institutional church. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the conflicts between personal faith and the rigid structures of the Catholic faith that he perceives as oppressive and harmful. Chiniquy's narrative captures the struggle for religious understanding and personal integrity within the confines of organized religion, alongside vivid accounts of his formative years in Canada. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Catholic Church -- Controversial literature
Subject Catholic Church -- Clergy -- Biography
Subject Chiniquy, Charles Paschal Telesphore, 1809-1899
Subject Catholic Church -- United States -- Clergy -- Biography
Subject Catholic ex-priests -- United States -- Biography
Subject Protestant converts -- United States -- Biography
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EBook-No. 51634
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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