Biography for Bishop Josef Fessler

Papal Approbation of Blessed Pius IX

Translator's Introduction

Author's Preface

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          I. Exposition of the subject as introduction.’

            II. ‘The contents of the definition of the Vatican Council, “On the Infallible teaching Office of the Roman Pontiff.

            III. Part 1.—‘Doctrinal propositions of Popes simply ex cathedrâ, and their acts in relation to states, countries, peoples, and individuals.’

            IV. Part 2.—Relations of Popes to the state-law.  Treatment of heretics.

            V. ‘Pleas devised to quiet the conscience, and their confutation.’

            VI. ‘Considerations on the law of the state.’