The Papal Supremacy And The Provincial System - William Dexter Wilson - Bog

The book ""The Papal Supremacy And The Provincial System: Tested By The Holy Scriptures And The Canon Law Of The Ancient Church"" was written by William Dexter Wilson in 1889. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Papal Supremacy and the Provincial System, examining them through the lens of the Holy Scriptures and the Canon Law of the Ancient Church. The author argues that the Papal Supremacy, which asserts the authority of the Pope over all bishops and their dioceses, is not supported by the Scriptures or the Canon Law. Instead, he advocates for a Provincial System, which recognizes the autonomy of each bishop and their diocese, while still maintaining unity within the Church. The book contains a detailed examination of the history of the Papal Supremacy and the Provincial System, tracing their origins back to the early Church. The author also provides an in-depth analysis of the relevant passages from the Scriptures and the Canon Law, using them to support his arguments.Overall, ""The Papal Supremacy And The Provincial System"" is a scholarly work that offers a thoughtful and well-researched critique of the Papal Supremacy and presents an alternative approach to Church governance. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theology of the Catholic Church.With A Plea For Church Unity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.