Render Unto Caesar: Serving the Nation by Living our Catholic Beliefs in Political Life

by Charles J. Chaput
Render Unto Caesar: Serving the Nation by Living our Catholic Beliefs in Political Life
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August 12th 2008 by Doubleday

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Hardcover, 256 pages

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0385522282    (isbn13: 9780385522281)

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“People who take God seriously will not remain silent about their faith. They will often disagree about doctrine or policy, but they won’t be quiet. T

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booklady
08/20/08
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Actually this book is a definite purchase. Just read this news piece, 'Just three weeks into the publication of “Render Unto Caesar,” Archbishop Charles Chaput’s new book has made the New York Times Best Seller list. The archbishop’s book is currently one place ahead of “Promises to Keep,” written by Democratic vice presidential nominee Sen. Joe Biden.

“Render Unto Caesar” is currently number 27 on the New York Times Nonfiction Best Sellers List for the week of Septe...more
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Elizabeth
09/22/08
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I heard Archbishop Chaput interviewed on the radio a few days ago and was very impressed by what he had to say and how he said it. "Render Unto Caesar" was discussed and that's why it's now on my "to be read" list. In fact, it's in the mail from Amazon right now. Looking forward to this. If the book is half as eloquent on the page as the Archbishop is on the radio, it will be a good read.
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Charles
05/01/09
Charles rated it: 4 of 5 stars

Read in March, 2009
In this book the Archbishop of Denver makes no apologies for wanting Catholics to integrate their faith with their actions in the polling booth. He's not advocating for a theocracy--just consistency on an individual level. Extra points to him for this passage:

"The sooner Catholics feel at home in any political party, the sooner that party takes them for granted and then ignores their concerns. Party loyalty for the sake of habit, or family tradition, or ethnic or class intere...more
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Catherine
12/02/08
Catherine rated it: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a very easy read. The first chapter is excellent, gives you a little insight into why it is so important to be accounted for. Then there's a couple of chapters on the history of Church and State. And then there is a brilliant chapter on the power and poverty of languages. It's a book that you need to have a pencil with you to underline some great quotes, pearls of wisdom, ways of explaining things. Excellent. I have recommended to alot of people and they have equally enjoyed it. Alt...more
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Abe
10/07/08
Abe rated it: 4 of 5 stars

Has a copy to sell/swap — Read in October, 2008
recommended to Abe by: booklady
recommends it for: anyone frustrated with politics
Reading this book is like sitting down with a bishop and discussing politics, which is something most of us don't get to do every day. It's not focused on the 2008 elections as some of the ads might imply, rather it's more like an overview of how the Catholic Church has influenced politics over the course of the last 50 years.

In the past, around the time of JFK, before abortion was a national issue, Catholics tended to be loyal to the Democratic party. However, as Archbishop Chaput...more
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Dan
12/01/08
Dan rated it: 5 of 5 stars

An inspiring and informative book.

I'd advising anyone to read it, particularly those who have concerns regarding Separation of Church and State as apposed to separation of faith in politics.

I'll probably read this book again.
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Ryan
06/18/09
Ryan rated it: 5 of 5 stars

Read in October, 2008
Archbishop Chaput debunks the myths of the modern day interpretation of "separation of church and state." Every Christian MUST-READ.
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Henry
12/16/08
Henry rated it: 5 of 5 stars

A very lucid description of the way we can serve America by reminding her to embrace true understanding of Humanism!
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Helen
09/11/08
Helen rated it: 5 of 5 stars

Read in October, 2008
I find I am doing a LOT of underlining! Quote from page 4: "Self censorship is an even bigger mistake than allowing ourselves to be lectured by people with little sympathy for our beliefs."
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Ann Seeton
09/17/08
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I enjoyed the non-partisan discussion of the importance our faith ought to have in forming our world view and thus acting as an aid in making good voting choices.
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Geoffrey
10/27/08
Geoffrey rated it: 5 of 5 stars

An excellent book every Catholic in America should read and consider.
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06/26/09
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Carollozano
05/20/09
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Bob Lozano
05/19/09
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Kecia
05/03/09
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04/30/09
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04/14/09
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Candise
03/26/09
Candise rated it: 5 of 5 stars

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Read in March, 2009

TurtleneckGirl
03/13/09
TurtleneckGirl rated it: 4 of 5 stars

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Mike
03/03/09
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