description Catholic Encyclopedia Overview
The Catholic Encyclopedia is an English-language reference work published in the United States. Designed to provide authoritative information on Catholic history, doctrine, and culture, the original edition was published between 1907 and 1912 by the Robert Appleton Company. Its success led to the later development of the New Catholic Encyclopedia, first published in 1967, to update and expand its scope.
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When was the original Catholic Encyclopedia published?
The original Catholic Encyclopedia was begun in 1907 to provide a comprehensive, authoritative reference on Catholic doctrine, history, and literature. Its original print run was completed in the early 1910s.
How is the Catholic Encyclopedia different from the New Catholic Encyclopedia?
The original 1907 edition reflects the state of the Church prior to Vatican II, whereas the New Catholic Encyclopedia (first published in 1967) was created to update the information to reflect modern theology and historical scholarship.
Who wrote the original Catholic Encyclopedia?
The encyclopedia was an international effort written by hundreds of scholars, theologians, and historians based primarily in the United States. It was designed to offer an authoritative Catholic perspective on world events and religious history.
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