Selections from the Prose Writings of John Henry Cardinal Newman: For the Use of Schools - Annotated

＂Growth is the only evidence of life.＂- J.H. Newman

Immerse yourself in the profound prose writings of Cardinal Newman with ＂Selections from the Prose Writings of John Henry Cardinal Newman For the Use of Schools - Annotated.＂ This comprehensive book offers carefully curated excerpts specifically tailored for educational purposes. With Newman’s personal journey from Anglicanism to Roman Catholicism, his verses carry a depth of personal experience. As a cardinal and influential thinker, his scholarly works have shaped religious thought for generations. Meticulously annotated, this book provides a deeper understanding of Newman’s ideas, making it an ideal companion for academic study. Covering a wide range of topics, from theology and philosophy to education and social issues, it showcases the brilliance of Newman’s thinking. Explore his profound exploration of Church History, embracing the wisdom of the Church Fathers and the significance of tradition. Whether you’re a student or a teacher, this must-have book unlocks the wisdom and insights of one of the greatest minds in religious and intellectual history.

Additionally, Pope Benedict XVI bestowed beatification upon Newman on 19 September 2010 during his visit to the United Kingdom. Later, on 13 October 2019, Pope Francis canonized Newman, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the Catholic Church and his lasting impact on spiritual and intellectual spheres.

Table of Contents:

INTRODUCTION

APPRECIATIONS

Part I. CHARACTER SKETCHES

Saul

Early Years Of David

Basil And Gregory

Augustine And The Vandals

Chrysostom

Part II. THE TURK

The Tartar and the Turk

The Turk and the Saracen

The Past and Present of the Ottomans

Part III. UNIVERSITIES

What is a University?

University Life: Athens

Supply and Demand: The Schoolmen

The Strength and Weakness of Universities: Abelard

Part IV. MISCELLANEOUS

Poetry, with Reference to Aristotle’s Poetics

The Infinitude of the Divine Attributes

Christ upon the Waters

The Second Spring

St. Paul’s Characteristic Gift

Appreciations:

In Newman’s sketch of the influence of Abelard on his disciples is seen his belief in the immense power for good or ill of a dominating personality. And he himself supplied an object-lesson in his theory. Shairp, Froude, Church, Wilberforce, Gladstone, are only a few of those who have borne testimony to the personal magnetism which left its mark on the whole of thinking Oxford. ＂Cor ad cor loquitur,＂ the motto chosen by Newman on his receiving the Cardinal’s hat, expressed to him the whole reality of intercourse between man and man, and man and God.

-Wilfrid Ward’s Problems and Persons.