Fulton J. Sheen

Un retrato conmovedor y elocuente de María. Combinando espiritualidad, historia y teología, toda la vida de María se delinea en esta imperdible exposición del obispo Sheen. Todo ser humano que persigue un ideal, un vinculo de amistad en el universo, busca un amor que no es solo el amor por ella o por el, sino algo que esta por encima de ambos y que es llamado "nuestro amor". Todos amamos algo mas cuando amamos. Ese amor es el mismo ideal que Dios tuvo en su corazon desde toda la eternidad: la mujer a la que llama "Madre". Es la unica persona con la que se da una perfecta correspondencia entre lo que El quiere que sea y lo que ella es: su propia Madre. El ideal que Dios tenia de ella coincide con lo que ella es, el modelo y la copia son perfectas; ella es tal como habia sido prevista, planeada y soñada. La melodia de su vida es interpretada tal como fue escrita. Maria es aquella a la que todo hombre ama cuando ama a una mujer, lo sepa o no. Maria es lo que toda mujer desea ser cuando se mira a si misma. Maria esta escondida como un ideal en el sufrimiento de cada mujer que es victima de la violencia; ella es el camino que toda mujer quiere para recibir respeto y amor a causa de la belleza y la bondad de su cuerpo y su alma. Y este ideal del amor, que Dios amo antes de que el mundo existiera, esta mujer soñada antes de que existiera la mujer, es aquella a la que todo corazon puede decir desde lo mas profundo: "iEsa es la mujer que yo amo!"

En reconocimiento al 100 aniversario del nacimiento de Fulton Sheen, este libro reúne docenas de sus más destacados ensayos y reflexiones de diferentes temas siempre actuales, incluyendo: - encontrar el sentido de la propia vida; - lograr la plenitud en el amor y el matrimonio; - superar miedos y ansiedades; - dejar de lado malos habitos; - formar el caracter; - perdonarse a si mismo y a los demas; - luchar por la justicia, la caridad y la paz; - reverenciar la Creacion de Dios; - alcanzar una vida espiritual plena. Divididos en tres secciones ("Mente", "Corazon" y "Espiritu"), estos textos especialmente seleccionados son un testimonio de la lealtad energica de Fulton Sheen a la verdad, que tantos seguidores le proveyera. Para aquellos que recuerdan su influyente figura religiosa, como para la nueva generacion con inquietudes espirituales, Del pizarron del angel derrama sabiduria, apoyo y riqueza espiritual de primer nivel.

Fulton J. Sheen fue uno de los más conocidos apologistas católicos del siglo pasado. En la década de los cincuenta publicó esta incisiva mirada sobre lo que es correcto y lo que no lo es, a propósito del amor y del sexo.Filosofia, teologia y moral son los enfoques que le sirven para mostrar la esencia y fin del matrimonio, curandole las heridas provocadas por la indiscriminada educacion sexual que ha llegado hasta nuestros dias. Muchas de sus consideraciones pueden catalogarse de profeticas.El libro constituye un excelente analisis sobre el matrimonio. Ademas de repasar muchas causas y soluciones de las crisis matrimoniales, el autor concluye con una serie de historias reales sobre la profunda transformacion que el matrimonio ha provocado en muchas vidas.

En esta obra clave, Fulton Sheen aborda el difícil pero necesario nexo entre psicología y espiritualidad, deslindando campos, estableciendo vínculos y, sobre todo, dejando en claro que muchos conflictos e inquietudes del alma no encuentran su solucion de fondo en la terapia psicologica o psicoanalitica, sino en una relacion sana y creativa con Dios y con su gracia, ya que solo en El encontramos la verdadera paz del alma.

Eleva tu corazón: la búsqueda de placeres es signo de un vacío que sólo Dios puede llenar." (Fulton J. Sheen) Eleva tu corazón es uno de los libros más reconocidos y leídos de Fulton Sheen, el inolvidable prelado catolico. En esta obra, un brillante analisis de la vida interior, el autor encara un tema central en la vida de todo ser humano: como superar todo aquello que nos bloquea y nos impide alcanzar la autentica paz espiritual y, en definitiva, la union con Dios. Con la claridad, la logica y el sentido comun que le eran caracteristicos, Fulton Sheen ofrece pautas y consejos practicos para resolver conflictos causados por las tensiones y el estres de nuestro agitado mundo moderno. Contiene ayudas sencillas y concretas para identificar y superar problemas relacionados con placeres vacios, debilidad de caracter, falsas creencias y miedos. Y, por encima de todo, este clasico de la espiritualidad moderna presenta palabras de incuestionable sabiduria, enseña caminos de oracion y meditacion y propone la santificacion del momento presente.

World-renowned evangelist, Emmy Award winner and New York Times best-selling author Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen presents a collection of engaging sermons, encouraging the reader to understand that the seven deadly sins can be overcome.Throughout this series of talks, Archbishop Sheen will provide some valuable insights on how to overcome the various forms of sin and vice.Using the Seven Last Words spoken by Jesus from the Cross on Calvary as a backdrop, Sheen will address matters concerning various addictions and patterns of habitual sin. He will use his inimitable writing style, with immediacy, yet conveying joy and comfort in the subject matter.These meditations on the Seven Last Words correlated to the seven deadly sins make no pretence to absoluteness. The Words are not necessarily related to the seven deadly sins but they do make convenient points of illustrations.HELP IN OVERCOMING THE SIN OF ANGER"Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do."HELP IN OVERCOMING THE SIN OF ENVY"This day thou shalt be with Me in Paradise."HELP IN OVERCOMING THE SIN OF LUST"Woman, behold thy son! (Son) Behold thy mother!"HELP IN OVERCOMING THE SIN OF PRIDE"My God! My God! Why hast Thou hast abandoned Me?"HELP IN OVERCOMING THE SIN OF GLUTTONY"I thirst."HELP IN OVERCOMING THE SIN OF SLOTH"It is finished."HELP IN OVERCOMING THE SIN OF COVETOUSNESS"Father, into Thy Hands, I commend My Spirit."This book has only one aim: to awaken a love for Our Lord and to give the reader an understanding of how the Seven Last Words can be used as a remedy to help one to overcome the seven deadly sins of anger, envy, lust, pride, gluttony, sloth, and covetousness. If it does that in but one soul, its publication has been justified.Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was a man for all seasons. Over his lifetime, he spent himself for souls, transforming lives with the clear teaching of the truths of Christ and His Church through his books, his radio addresses, his lectures, his television series, and his many newspaper columns.The topics of this much-sought-after lecturer ranged from the social concerns of the day to matters of faith and morals. With an easy and personable manner, Sheen could strike up a conversation on just about any subject, making numerous friends as well as converts.During the 1930s and 40s, Fulton Sheen was the featured speaker on The Catholic Hour radio broadcast, and millions of listeners heard his radio addresses each week. His topics ranged from politics and the economy to philosophy and mans eternal pursuit of happiness.Possessing a burning zeal to dispel the myths about Our Lord and His Church, Sheen gave a series of powerful presentations on Christs Passion and His seven last words from the Cross. As a Scripture scholar, Archbishop Sheen knew full well the power contained in preaching Christ crucified. With St. Paul, he could say, "For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified" (1 Cor. 2:2).During his last recorded Good Friday address in 1979, Archbishop Sheen spoke of having given this type of reflection on the subject of Christs seven last words from the Cross "for the fifty-eighth consecutive time." Whether from the young priest in Peoria, Illinois, the university professor in Washington, D.C., or the bishop in New York, Sheens messages were sure to mak...

J.M.J.THE HOLY HOUR PRAYER BOOKCould you not watch one hour with me?Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, when he was ordained, made a promise to make a Holy Hour daily before the Blessed Sacrament. For sixty years of his priesthood, he kept that promise. It was during his Holy Hour that he learned to listen and abandon himself totally to Gods call.He always encouraged this practice in others, even non-Catholics. His strong convictions on the benefits of time spent in Eucharistic adoration were a powerful example to religious and laity alike. Of this practice he states:"The Holy Hour is not a devotion; it is a sharing in the work of redemption. Could you not watch one hour with me? Not for an hour of activity did He plead, but for an hour of companionship."Some might ask, "Why spend an hour a day in meditation?" to which Archbishop Sheen would respond, "Because we are living on the surface of our souls, knowing little either of God or our inner self. Our knowledge is mostly about things, not about destiny."Here Archbishop Sheen will share a number of his recommended prayers and meditations that will elicit some "heart speaks to heart" moments and encourage the reader to "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you".Few books are such an inspiring call to sanctity, and few books are such a spiritual powerhouse. With Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen as your guide you will also learn:Why Make a Holy HourHow to Make a Holy HourThe Incarnation of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus ChristHow Christ Lives in Us TodayHow the Divine Life is Lost and our Final EndThe Duty of Self-DenialGiving Glory to God in the WorldThe Eucharist; The Need of Our HeartOur Blessed MotherYou will also discover how to make your Holy Hours more efficacious and master a variety of other techniques that Archbishop Sheen employed in his own fruitful quest for holiness. The saintly Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen will unveil often overlooked riches in other everyday Catholic prayers, transforming them from rote recitations into powerful moments of communion with God.

Love One Another During his presentations, Archbishop Sheen would offer his trademark words of benediction, "God love you". Sheen explained that this phrase "God love you" means God is love, God loves you, and you ought to love God in return. Along with his familiar parting phrase of "God love you", Archbishop Sheen was known for beginning his lectures with the greeting "Friends". This salutation had a twofold meaning: he was referring to the scripture passage "I no longer call you servants instead, I have called you friends." (John 15:15). And, he wanted to make friends with men and women of all faiths, in the hope of gradually helping them to come to know the Lord Jesus Christ. With love as its central focus, this anthology begins with a collection of essays and prayers compiled by Fulton Sheen under the title Love One Another. (Published by P.J. Kenedy & Sons, New York in 1944.) In these writings, Sheen speaks to Catholics, Protestants, and Jews regarding the fostering of friendships between various religious groups. Additionally, he makes several practical suggestions on how to improve relations between people of varying backgrounds. An array of reflections is presented for devotional inspiration, simultaneously laying out a groundwork in spiritual values proven to facilitate harmonious relationships. The are some who have considered this work a must-read for those sincerely interested in seeking the attainment of a genuine brotherhood of man. Others may find in this collection, some prayerful and practical solutions to many of todays most challenging interpersonal problems. Archbishop Fulton Sheen made it clear that the command given by Jesus to love your neighbor as yourself, is clearly an effective answer to combating the sin of intolerance. During one of his radio addresses in 1944, Archbishop Sheen fondly said, "I have always addressed you as friends, and you know that unseen friends are sometimes the best friends. To say my friends, would be to claim a privilege. But friends are the expression of a hope. A hope that by listening to me, I may with traitorous trueness and with loyal deceit, betray you into the hands of the God of Love and Mercy." Friends, "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; even as I have loved you, and that you also love one another. By this, all men will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another." (John 13:34-35)

For God and Country In 1941, the United States officially entered World War II. That same year Sheen penned the book "A Declaration of Dependence." In it, Sheen writes, "The Declaration of Independence, I repeat, is a Declaration of Dependence! We are independent of dictators because we are dependent on God. God is the necessary factor of our salvation. As a result, he is to be the center of our lives. His ways ought to permeate every aspect and area of our lives: education, employment, pleasure, mourning, socializing, etc. All is done in sight of the omnipotent Lord, and all we do should be done reflecting this knowledge. Our every interaction should be filled with the love of our Savior." Numerous articles, radio reflections, and books would continue to be produced by Sheen throughout the war. Given their importance and the impact they had on society in his day, it seemed appropriate to re-release one of Sheens best seminal works, For God and Country (New York: P.J. Kenedy and Sons, 1941). The reflections contained in this work are a collection of Sheens Catholic Hour radio addresses that were heard by millions of listeners each week. These reflections are a series of short essays that addressed the many concerns of the listeners of his day during the war. Sheen answers questions about the Anti-Christ, hope, the four columns, the cross, and the power of God. His were some of the most clearly delineated investigations into the underlying causes of the war combined with an entirely sound and hopeful program for winning both the war and the even more important peace are found in them. These powerful reflections can be most heartily recommended for their wise counsel, sane and penetrating analysis, and logical conclusions. Sheen writes, "There are two ways of looking at the war: one as a journalist, the other as a theologian. The journalist tells you what happens; the theologian not only why it happens, but also what matters. Our approach is from the divine point of view, first of all, because it is the only explanation which fits the facts; secondly, because the American people who have been confused by catchwords and slogans are seeking an inspiration for a total surrender of their great potentialities for sacrifice, both for God and country." Sheen is firm in his conviction that real peace cannot be declared, it must be made. It is with peace-making and the fundamental conditions on which peace must be based that this book is concerned. In its seven forceful and readable chapters, it challenges the theory of many planners today who posture that military allies are necessarily political allies; it affirms that a common hatred can make nations allies, but only a common love can make them neighbors; it denies the primacy of action over reason, in the sense that the will of the state is that which makes a state right; and it contends that utility does not establish justice, but it is justice which makes utility. With the same lucid and persuasive reasoning that has made him outstanding both as a writer and as a lecturer, Sheen continues to challenge people of goodwill to unite for the preservation of personal rights, freedom of conscience, human justice, and civilization itself all of which are in danger in the present conflict. Here, one will recognize the urgency of Sheens subje...

Treasure in Clay provides a lifetimes worth of wisdom from one of the most beloved and influential figures in twentieth-century Catholicism.Completed shortly before his death in 1979, Treasure in Clay is the autobiography of Fulton J. Sheen, the preeminent teacher, preacher, and pastor of American Catholicism.Called the Great Communicator by Billy Graham and a prophet of the times by Pope Pius XII, Sheen was the voice of American Catholicism for nearly fifty years. In addition to his prolific writings, Sheen dominated the airwaves, first in radio, and later television, with his signature program Life is Worth Living, drawing an average of 30 million viewers a week in the 1950s. Sheen had the ears of everyone from presidents to the common men, women, and children in the pews, and his uplifting message of faith, hope, and love shaped generations of Catholics. Here in Sheens own words are reflections from his childhood, his years in seminary, his academic career, his media stardom, his pastoral work, his extensive travels, and much more. Readers already familiar with Sheen and as well as those coming to him for the first time will find a fascinating glimpse into the Catholic world Sheen inhabited, and will find inspiration in Sheens heartfelt recollections. Treasure in Clay is a classic book and a lasting testament to a life that was worth living.

Essas meditações de Fulton J. Sheen sobre as Sete Últimas Palavras relacionadas às sete virtudes não têm nenhuma intenção de serem absolutas. As palavras não são, necessariamente, vinculadas às virtu

Widely proclaimed a classic work of Christian faith, Life of Christ has been hailed as the most eloquent of Fulton J. Sheens many books. The fruit of many years of reflection, prayer, and research, it is a dramatic and moving recounting of the birth, life, Crucifixion, and Resurrection of Christ, and a passionate portrait of the God-Man, the teacher, the healer, and most of all the Savior, whose promise has sustained humanity for two millennia.With his customary insight and reverance, Sheen interprets the scripture and describes Christ, not only in historical perspective, but also in exciting and contemporary terms, seeing in Christs life both modern parallels and timeless lessons. His thoughtful, probing analysis provides new insight into well-known Gospel events.An appealing blend of philosophy, history, and Biblical exegesis, from the best-known and most-loved American Catholic leader of the twentieth century, Life of Christ has long been a source of inspiration and guidance. For those seeking to better understand the message of Jesus Christ, this vivid retelling of the greatest story ever lived is a must read.

Este livro de orações destina-se aos soldados, aos marinheiros, aos fuzileiros navais, aos guarda costeiros, a todas as forças de combate que permaneceram em seu país de origem e às que estão no estr

CALVARY AND THE MASSWorld-renowned evangelist, Emmy award winner and New York Times best-selling author Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen will present a collection of his writings that will encourage the reader to better understand the transformative power of the Eucharist and the beauty of the Mass.Quoting from Fulton Sheens book Calvary and the Mass, he writes:We were there then during that Crucifixion. The drama was already completed as far as the vision of Christ was concerned, but it had not yet been unfolded to all men and all places and all times. If a motion picture reel, for example, were conscious of itself, it would know the drama from beginning to end, but the spectators in the theatre would not know it until they had seen it unrolled upon the screen. In like manner, our Lord on the Cross saw His eternal mind, the whole drama of history, the story of each individual soul and how later on it would react to His Crucifixion; but though He saw all, we could not know how we would react to the Cross until we were unrolled upon the screen of time. We were not conscious of being present there on Calvary that day, but He was conscious of our presence. Today we know the role we played in the theatre of Calvary, by the way, we live and act now in the theatre of the twentieth century.That is why Calvary is actual; why the Cross is the Crisis; why in a certain sense the scars are still open; why Pain still stands deified, and why blood like falling stars is still dropping upon our souls. There is no escaping the Cross, not even by denying it as the Pharisees did; not even by selling Christ as Judas did; not even by crucifying Him as the executioners did. We all see it, either to embrace it in salvation or to fly from it into misery.But how is it made visible? Where shall we find Calvary perpetuated? We shall find Calvary renewed, re-enacted, re-presented, as we have seen, in the Mass. Calvary is one with the Mass, and the Mass is one with Calvary, for in both there is the same Priest and Victim.The Seven Last Words are like the seven parts of the Mass. And just as there are seven notes in music admitting an infinite variety of harmonies and combinations, so too on the Cross there are seven divine notes, which the dying Christ rang down the centuries, all of which combine to form the beautiful harmony of the worlds redemption.Each word is a part of the Mass.THE CONFITEORFather, forgive them for they know not what they do.THE OFFERTORYAmen, I say to thee, this day thou shalt be with me in paradise.THE SANCTUSWoman, behold thy son.THE CONSECRATIONMy God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?THE COMMUNIONI thirst.THE ITE, MISSA ESTIt is consummated.THE LAST GOSPELFather, into thy hands I commend my spirit.Given the importance of this book, and the impact it has had on society, it seemed appropriate to reintroduce this book from 1936 once again. A new generation of readers will be sure to enjoy this fine work that speaks to the power of the MassGod Love You

God Love You - The Best of Fulton J. Sheen Each paragraph has been selected from over two dozen books written by him for the particular help and guidance they can bring to the reader. These brief, incisive selections from Archbishop Sheen reveal the mind of a brilliant man and a true pastor of souls. In this anthology, you will find a treasury of guideposts wherein Sheen highlights the role of the virtues, the passions, and the value of personal introspection. He engages the reader using his unique blend of sensitivity and humor. During one of his radio addresses in 1944, Archbishop Sheen fondly said, "I have always addressed you as friends, and you know that unseen friends are sometimes the best friends. To say my friends, would be to claim a privilege. But friends are the expression of a hope. A hope that by listening to me, I may with traitorous trueness and with loyal deceit, betray you into the hands of the God of Love and Mercy." Friends, "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; even as I have loved you, and that you also love one another. By this, all men will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another." (John 13:34-35)

THE PRIEST IS NOT HIS OWN - Becoming the Father God Has Called You To Be.The Priest Is Not His Own is far more than a book for priests or for those considering the priesthood as a vocation. In these penetrating, deeply pondered discussions of the priesthood, Bishop Fulton J. Sheen has produced a work of lasting value, a book that will perhaps change many hundreds of lives, and certainly a book that will also interest readers who have no direct concern with the priesthood as a calling.Inspiration for this volume came while Bishop Sheen was writing his famed Life of Christ, and it was out of those "dark days," as he describes them, that the thoughts of priesthood, illumined by the vision of Christ the Savior, were first formulated.Just as the earlier work was based on the thesis that Christ offered no other sacrifice but Himself, so in this new book, Bishop Sheen envisages the priest as a man sacrificing himself in the prolongation of Christs Incarnation.Bishop Sheen writes of how all priests whether pagan or in the Old Testament offered victims distinct from themselves, such as lambs. But in Christ and the Christian conception, priest and victim are united inseparably.Drawing on his profound knowledge of Scripture, Bishop Sheen is able to describe the exact and true significance of the individual priest, and in vibrant detail, his constant, unending sacrifice-as victim.He writes, "God still thunders to his priests: I have set watchmen, Jerusalem, upon thy walls, that shall never cease crying aloud, day or night; you that keep the Lord in remembrance, take no rest, nor let Him rest either. (Isaias 62:6,7)In considering the priests many obligations and roles, and his ever more gratifying fulfilment of them, Bishop Sheen has created a series of unsurpassed meditations. It is a very concrete guide to the many ways in which each priest can enrich his own spiritual life, as well as the lives of all those around him.The Priest Is Not His Own is the work of a great and beloved inspirational leader - a world-famous priest himself writing eloquently and insistently to his colleagues and to those who would join him in a calling he understands and has most brilliantly realized.Archbishop Fulton Sheen brings the life of the Priesthood of Christ into terms of sacrifice, suffering, and vindication. This book is amazing in that while it speaks primarily to the ministerial Priesthood, the lessons learned can be translated easily to the priesthood of the faithful through Baptism. The depth of this teaching of what a priest "is," and not what a priest "does," is amazing. Sheens ability to speak of deep subjects directly, yet with poetic beauty, is mesmerizing. This is a must read for any Priest.There are many who would recommend reading this book even if you are not a priest. Some have bought the book for sons and grandsons so they would know what would be expected of them if they decided to become priests. When married men read the book substitute the word "Father" for "Priest". For single men reading the book but not contemplating the priesthood or religious life substitute the word "Man" for the word "Priest". Read from this different perspective will change your life and how you live it. This is how God is calling men to live lives of service to others. Read it if you dare - it is not for the faint of heart."

THE LORDS PRAYER AND THE SEVEN LAST WORDS During the 1930s and 40s, Fulton Sheen was the featured speaker on The Catholic Hour radio broadcast, and millions of listeners heard his radio addresses each week. His topics ranged from politics and the economy to philosophy and mans eternal pursuit of happiness. Along with his weekly radio program, Sheen wrote dozens of books and pamphlets. One can safely say that through his writings, thousands of people changed their perspective about God and the Church. Possessing a burning zeal to dispel the myths about Our Lord and His Church, Sheen gave a series of powerful presentations on Christs Passion and His seven last words from the Cross. As a Scripture scholar, Archbishop Sheen knew full well the power contained in preaching Christ crucified. With St. Paul, he could say, "For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified" (1 Cor. 2:2). During his last recorded Good Friday address in 1979, Archbishop Sheen spoke of having given this type of reflection on the subject of Christs seven last words from the Cross "for the fifty-eighth consecutive time." Whether from the young priest in Peoria, Illinois, the university professor in Washington, D.C., or the bishop in New York, Sheens messages were sure to make an indelible mark on his listeners. Given their importance and the impact they had on society, it seemed appropriate to reintroduce a number of these reflections from 1933 and 1935 on the Seven Last Words and The Lords Prayer.Fulton Sheen wrote: Our Lord is the only King who ever stumbled to His throne. But that was because He is God, and God reveals His Power through the weakness of a crucifixion and His Wisdom through the foolishness of a cross.What message will the King deliver from His unkingly throne? Last words are always important but particularly the last words of Him Who gave His Life for the redemption of many! It will be recalled that one day, the Apostles approached Him saying: "Lord, teach us to pray." He answered their request by giving them the perfect prayer: the Our Father. Now the time comes for Him to say His own "Our Father." As there were seven petitions in the "Our Father" He taught us, so there are seven petitions in His own last prayer. They are known as the Seven Last Words. We shall meditate conjointly on our "Our Father," and His "Our Father."Our Father Who art in heaven. / Father, forgive them for they know not what they do.Hallowed be Thy Name. / Amen, I say to thee, this day thou shalt be with me in paradise.Thy Kingdom Come. / Woman, behold thy son.Thy Will be done on earth as it is in heaven. / My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?Give us this day our daily bread. / I thirst.Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. / It is consummated.Deliver us from all evil. Amen. / Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit.The Lords Prayer and the Seven Last Words have been referred to as "Two Bridges Connecting Heaven and Earth". In the pages that will follow, Archbishop Sheen will help us to understand this in a more deep and meaningful way.

Quem vê o casamento apenas com olhos humanos é incapaz de entender sua grandeza, sua beleza, sua transcendência. De fato, apenas olhando para o mistério de Deus, isto é, para a família de amor entre

Um autor eloquente e brilhante, mundialmente famoso pela clareza e pelo vigor com que expressou ideias as mais complexas. Eis como todos conhecemos Fulton Sheen, e neste livro essas qualidades se tornam mais uma vez evidentes. Neste O primeiro amor do mundo, o autor traça para nos um comovente retrato da Virgem Maria, aliando sua profunda espiritualidade a um extraordinario conhecimento da historia, da filosofia e da teologia. Com efeito, no fica de fora, aqui, nenhum dos grandes traços e acontecimentos da vida da Me de Jesus, bem como os dogmas marianos e algumas das devoçes mais populares que dizem respeito a mulher mais importante a pisar neste mundo.

Muitos já tentaram escrever a história do homem mais importante de todos os tempos. Ou melhor: muitos já tentaram escrever a história deste homem que não era apenas um homem, mas o próprio Deus. Este