The Splendour of Truth: Veritatis Splendor

Encyclical letter by the pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, addressed to the bishops of that Church. Presents detailed teaching on the principles of Catholic moral teaching and critiques current trends considered unacceptable. First promulgated in August 1993. This Australian printing reproduces the official Vatican English-language translation. This encyclical letter of Pope John Paul II was written to address the theological and philosophical issues concerning moral theology. At the time, the pope was very concerned about some non-Catholic views that had found their way into Catholic schools and seminaries.

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