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Fulton J. Sheen (Author)
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March 1, 2008
Fulton Sheen claims that since all seven deadly sins led Christ’s enemies to nail Him to the Cross, you and I can find in the example of His suffering and death on the Cross sure means to overcome each one of those sins, plus the key to under- standing — and to nurturing in our own souls — each corresponding virtue.

So, for example, in these pages filled with wisdom and hope, Bishop Sheen teaches us not only how to conquer our gluttony; he shows us how to satisfy our spiritual hunger. We learn not merely how to overcome pride; we discover what we must do to grow humble.

From Christ’s holy response to each of the seven deadly sins that led to His Crucifixion, Bishop Sheen draws a lesson in how you and I must deal with those same sins, whether we meet them in others or in ourselves.


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Archbishop Fulton Sheen (1895-1979) was a popular preacher who wrote more than ninety books and hosted the top-rated television show, "Life Is Worth Living," watched by millions of Americans throughout the 1950s.

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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Sophia Institute Press (March 1, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 192883230X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1928832300
  • Product Dimensions: 7 x 5.1 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #524,752 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Fulton J. Sheen (1895-1979) was one of the best-loved prelates of twentieth century Catholicism. A prolific writer and orator, a distinguished scholar and teacher, an influential master of the media, Bishop Sheen was one of the most effective communicators of our time. His scores of books have offered inspiration, profound thought, and penetrating analysis of Christian faith and life.

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars An inspired classic on how to grow in virtue, February 6, 2007
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This is a very positive book. As the editor's review states, it gives us the key to overcoming vice: growing in virtue. Which is more than simply turning away from vice. We have to turn away from our vices and turn toward something that is good: the virtue God wants for us, which will make us more like Him.

Anybody who sincerely wants to feel fulfilled and overcome with good the sins of lust, or anger, or any of the other 7 deadly sins, and give greater glory to God in their lives through the grace and power Jesus Christ offers us through His sacrifice, this is a great book!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Bishop Sheen is the man, September 29, 2008
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This is a short book, but filled with many important things to ponder. There are seven chapters, each one devoted to one of the seven deadly sins. Bishop Sheen describes each of the sins in detail and shows how they destroy the soul of the one who partakes in them. He of course, gives advice on how we can overcome such vices.

One interesting thing that he does is start each chapter with a quote from Jesus on the cross (one of the seven last words of Christ). In doing so, he is claiming that each one of Christ's seven last words corresponded to something about each one of the seven deadly sins. It was quite interesting, and something that is worth contemplating.

Of course, Bishop Sheen is a lucid writer, and he is always an easy and enjoyable read.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars ' Victory Over Vice' by Fulton Sheen, August 12, 2010
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An interesting read but somewhat dated.Having watched 'Life is Worth Living' on EWTN,I believe that the late Archbishop speaks better than he writes.

However Sheen's views on vice are timeless and in an increasingly secular world it is a message worth learning.If the reader is prepared to look beyond the dry archaic language then they could gain much from this book.
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