A Comparative Study of the Constitution Apostolicae Sedis and the Codex Juris Canonici (1922)

""A Comparative Study of the Constitution Apostolicae Sedis and the Codex Juris Canonici"" is a scholarly work written by George Leo Leech in 1922. The book compares two important documents in the canon law of the Catholic Church: the Constitution Apostolicae Sedis, which was issued by Pope Pius IX in 1869, and the Codex Juris Canonici, which was promulgated by Pope Benedict XV in 1917. The author provides an in-depth analysis of both documents, examining their historical context, theological foundations, and practical implications for the Church. He explores the similarities and differences between the two codes, and evaluates their effectiveness in addressing the challenges facing the Church in the early twentieth century. Throughout the book, Leech demonstrates a deep understanding of canon law and its role in the life of the Church. He provides detailed explanations of the legal principles and concepts underpinning each code, and offers insightful commentary on their application in practice. Overall, ""A Comparative Study of the Constitution Apostolicae Sedis and the Codex Juris Canonici"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of canon law, as well as for scholars and students of theology and Church history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.