Author Topic: Informal Book club (Read 18103 times)

Philothea3 · « **Reply #20 on:** May 09, 2026, 02:25:53 AM »

Anybody reading some books recently?
I started <They Have Uncrowned Him>. It's been a great read so far, but given the depth, it certainly takes some patience. It's a really helpful tool to learn in more depth or refresh on all those "-ism"s we're dealing with in Our Day. Every Catholic should read this.

songbird · « **Reply #21 on:** May 09, 2026, 01:29:20 PM »

Glories of the Holy Ghost is another good book.

Maria Dolorosa · « **Reply #22 on:** May 09, 2026, 03:09:28 PM »

I recently finished “The Father of the Little Flower” by Céline Martin.

There are many wonderful details in his life given there that are not in St. Thérèse’s autobiography.

One can understand why St. Thérèse was able to see how merciful, just and loving God the Father is. She had a perfect example in front of her eyes, he was truly another St. Joseph. A beautiful man. His example gave the foundation for her Little Way.

Incredulous · « **Reply #23 on:** May 11, 2026, 06:45:37 PM »

I read this one recently.

It's a good reference and wake-up call for those who don't believe priests and laity can become demonically oppressed.

The Hammer of Witches

The Malleus Maleficarum, translated as "Hammer of Witches," is a significant 15th-century treatise on witchcraft commissioned by Pope Clement VIII and authored by Heinrich Kramer, a German Catholic Dominican clergyman.
First published in 1486, it became a foundational text for the prosecution of witches in Europe.

Structure of the Treatise
The Malleus is divided into three main sections:

Part I: The Reality of Witchcraft

Discusses the existence and dangers of witchcraft.
Emphasizes the depravity of witches and condemns disbelief in demonology as heresy.

Part II: Powers and Methods of Witches

Describes the alleged powers of witches and their methods.
Includes accounts of witchcraft practices and the supposed influence of witches over individuals.

Part III: Legal Procedures for Prosecution

Provides a detailed guide on how to conduct witch trials.
Outlines the legal framework for prosecuting accused witches, including methods of interrogation and the use of torture to extract confessions.

Impact on Witch Hunts
The Malleus Maleficarum significantly influenced the witch hunts in Europe, contributing to the perception of witchcraft as a serious crime. It codified the belief that witchcraft was a heretical act deserving of severe punishment, leading to thousands of trials and executions from the late 15th century through the 18th century.
The treatise was widely accepted by both Roman Catholics and Protestants, reinforcing the societal fear of witches and the justification for their persecution

songbird · « **Reply #24 on:** May 11, 2026, 07:35:36 PM »

Incredulous: Wow! That book grabs my interest. How did you come across it?

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