The New Concise Catholic Dictionary presents an overview of the teachings, facts, beliefs, and values that are basic to the Catholic Christian community. Hundreds of topics covering areas such as liturgical practice, history, theology, spirituality, catechetics, customs, traditions, and rituals are found in this compendium.
Within this comprehensive text readers will find:
- over 500 words and terms critical to the Catholic faith;
- each entry refers to an appropriate teaching of the Catechism of the Catholic Church;
- a comprehensive table of contents;
- a thorough index for quick access to over 1,000 items;
- complete cross-referencing of all terms.