Theology and Sanity (Paperback)

~ (Author) "My concern in this book is not with the Will but with the Intellect, not with sanctity but with sanity..." (more)
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Product Description

One of Sheed's most popular books, this ideal volume for the layman shows the practical aspects of theology in the life of a Christian believer. Logic, clarity, and simplicity permeate this eminently readable book.

Product Details

• Paperback: 461 pages
• Publisher: Ignatius Press (November 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898704707
• ISBN-13: 978-0898704709
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #26,658 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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103 of 106 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Be ready to have a FIRE lite under you, June 10, 2000

By	Gregorio (LA, CA United States) - See all my reviews

Mr. Sheed proves once again that he is an educator and theologian par excellence. This work is a more detailed and in depth version of "Theology for Beginners" but a must read even for those who have read the "lighter" version. In fact start with "Theology for Beginners" and then read "Theology and Sanity."

I have read innumerable books on theology with an emphasis, but not exclusivity, on christianity. And this book explains with clear and beautiful reasoning the christian faith. You will not find a clearer yet amazingly comprehensive explaination of the Holy Trinity. If you think the 'triangle analogy' is a good model, you will forever look back on it as a simple 2-dimensional representation, with usefullness to be sure, but without life. Mr. Sheed brings the Trinity to Life!

Ever wondered how Christians have come to believe in Heaven, Hell, Angels and the Devil through scripture? Ever doubted that you could come to a rational belief of those concepts using logic, through combining philosophy and theology? Rejoice becuase Mr. Sheed reconciles both of those for you, beautifully and clearly.

By the end of this book you will understand why viewing life without a belief in God is insanity and why believing in God is having clear and sane thought. Do yourself, your soul and your spirit a favor. Read this man's works.

40 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A defense of reason applied to faith. A masterful apology, January 14, 1999

By	Matthew T. Mehan ([e-mail]) (Lansing, Michigan) - See all my reviews

In an age where philosophy, academia, and society hold religious belief as subrational, Frank Sheed shines as a beacon for those who desire to begin the grave and joyous journey of reconciling faith with reason. His explainations of Catholic theology and the metaphysical realities it upholds prove to be some of the clearest of our time. His explaination of how those realities are translated into practical application,(morality), prove equally lucid. His embarkation into the mystery of the Holy Trinity leaves one with much to meditate upon. I highly recommend this book for anyone seeking to understand their Catholic faith. Only a minimum understanding of the Catholic faith is required to follow the author through some of the most complex teachings of the Church. Enjoy!

37 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful work by the streetcorner apologist, February 27, 2001

By	Scott M. Sullivan (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Sheed does a fine job here of concisely presenting the entire Catholic worldview in a single volume. His explanation of difficult philosophical and theological concepts (i.e. the Trinity) is done in a manner that can be easily understood by those with less expertise in these areas. This book is really a valuable piece, and should be on the bookshelves and in the minds of all Catholics.