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Can Catholics Read Banned Books?

Can Catholics Read Banned Books?

Preacher: Catholic Answers Live
Tradition: Roman Catholic
Published: Jul 24, 2024
Length: 3:30

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Catholic Answers apologist Tim Staples addresses concerns about reading books by figures like Machiavelli, previously banned by the Church. While those bans are no longer binding, Tim emphasizes the importance of understanding the Church's reasons and assessing your own spiritual maturity. He encourages informed reading for those strong in faith but advises caution for those susceptible to the presented ideas. Full episode: https://youtu.be/KD_i-fTGzAk More Catholic Answers: https://catholic.com Donate: https://givecatholic.com

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