Que brille la Luz de Dios / Let God's Light Shine Forth: La vision espiritual del Papa Benedicto XVI

by Robert Moynihan (Editor)

Aunque se desarrolló como un conocido líder de la Iglesia por varios años antes de convertirse en Papa, no cabe duda que ha habido poco conocimiento sobre el lado espiritual de Benedicto XVI. Ahora—por primera vez—se presenta una brillante exposición de las enseñanzas más inspiradoras del Papa en Que brille la luz de Dios . El editor Robert Moynihan nos ofrece una introducción breve a la vida y la obra del Papa Benedicto XVI y luego nos presenta una colección fascinante de sus palabras más inolvidables. En estas páginas, el Papa Benedicto XVI nos demuestra un Dios que es bueno, hermoso y verdadero—la fuente de la vida y del mundo. En los ojos de Benedicto, lo más importante en la vida de uno es descubrir y fomentar una relación significativa con Dios, porque éste es el camino hacia la felicidad más profunda y duradera que los seres humanos pueden experimentar. Aun en nuestros momentos más oscuros, él enseña, podemos guardar la esperanza que todo se resolverá de forma magnífica para así reflejar la gloria de Dios y brindarle muchas bendiciones a hombres y mujeres individuales. Desde su papel más temprano como maestro hasta sus primeras palabras como líder de la Iglesia Católica, la visión esperanzadora del Papa Benedicto se resume poderosamente en Que brille la luz de Dios .

Genres: Religion, Catholic

214 pages, Paperback

First published June 7, 2005

Reviews

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very interesting look into Pope Benedict's theological formation. It was a perfect blend of his biographical history and theological beliefs. He truly believed in what he was doing in the Catholic Church. I was fairly ambivalent about Benedict's papacy, but after reading this I see what a huge role he played in everything from Vatican II to modern theology. Not that I ever disrespected him or thought poorly of him, but this book made me realize what a blessing he was to the Catholic faith during his lifetime. It made me look at his papacy in a totally new light.

I'm not certain anyone outside of the Catholic faith would see the beauty in this book, but if you are interested in learning about Catholic theology it may be a helpful read. It is a beautifully written book about a fascinating man who helped shape faith.

[David Young · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a shiny light

I always feel like I've learned something important about religion when I read interviews with Pope Benedict. There was a prayer in the book that really made me think about life. Overall I give the book 5 out of 5 stars.I would recommend it to everyone.

[Miss Clark · Rating 4 out of 5]

3. 5 stars

Having not had the opportunity to read much of Pope Emeritus Father Benedict's works during his papacy, it was wonderful to read this and get an overview of his life and work as he came to papal throne back in 2005.

Just a few random quotes I liked...

Two things are very clear in the Holy Scripture. In the Letter of St. Paul to the Romans, he clearly says, "The fidelity of God is absolutely clear. He is faithful to His promises." And so, the people of Abraham are always God's people, on the one hand. And he says also clearly, "All Israel will be saved." But, it is also clear that Jesus is the Savior, not only of the other peoples, he is a Jew and he is the Savior, especially of his own people. St. Bernard of Clairvaux said, "God saved, reserved for himself, the salvation of Israel. He will do it in His Own Person." And so, we have to leave it to God's self, to see, convinced and knowing, that Christ is Savior of all of His Own people, and of all people. But how He will do it is in God's Hand.

EWTN Interview with Raymond Arroyo, Sept. 5, 2003

Pain is part of being human. Anyone who really wanted to get rid of suffering would have to get rid of love before anything else, because there can be no love without suffering, because it always demands an element of self-sacrifice, because, given temperamental differences and the drama of situations, it will always bring with it renunciation and pain... Anyone who has inwardly accepted suffering becomes more mature and more understanding of others, becomes more human.

God and the World: A Conversation with Peter Seewald

The mercy of Christ is not a cheap grace; it does not presume evil is trivial. Christ carries on his body and on his soul all the weight of evil, and all its destructive force.

Recommended as an introduction to HH Pope Benedict XVI. Now off to start his Jesus of Nazareth books!

[Aras · Rating 5 out of 5]

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