Continuously popular since it first appeared in 1977; TheIncorruptibles remains the acknowledged classic on the bodies of saints that did not undergo decomposition after death. Many remained fresh and flexible for years; or even centuries. After explaining both natural and artificial mummification; the author shows that the incorruption of the saints' bodies fits neither category but rather constitutes a much greater phenomenon that is unexplained by modern science to this day. The author presents 102 canonized saints; beati; and venerables; summarizing their lives; the discovery of their incorruption; and investigations by Church and medical authorities.The incorruptible bodies of saints are a consoling sign of Christ s victory over death; a confirmation of the dogma of the Resurrection of the Body; a sign that the Saints are still with us in the Mystical Body of Christ; and proof of the truth of the Catholic Faith—for only in the Catholic Church do we find this phenomenon. Impr. 342 pgs 33 Illus; PB.
#5294241 in Books University of Michigan Centers for South and 2006-09-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.08 x 1.11 x 6.54l; 1.34 #File Name: 0891480935297 pages
Review
