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Catholic Encyclopedia: Letters of St. Augustine of Hippo
Two hundred sixty-nine letters written by St. Augustine, divided into those written before and after he became Bishop of Hippo. A great source of primary source material. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: The French Revolution
An overview of The French Revolution with a special emphasis on the role of the Catholic Church. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Hammurabi
This synopsis of Hammurabi?s life and accomplishments has some references to the Bible in its description of the laws in Hammurabi?s Code. The New Advent is a Catholic organization. Nonetheless, the article contains interesting...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Meister Johann Eckhart
Written from a Catholic point of view, a biography of Meister Eckhart with numerous hotlinks to related topics. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Mormonism
This article on the Mormonism provides information on the religion's founder (Joseph Smith), holy book, (the "Book of Mormon"), and basic tenets. Also included is a history of Mormonism and the Mormon people, including an overview of the...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Fray Alonzo Benavides
A short description of the missionary work of Fray Alonzo Benavides is presented. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Maria De Agreda
Read about the life of Maria de Agreda and the impact of one of her works "Divine History of Mother of God." Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Huron Indians
This Catholic Encyclopedia entry was written in 1910 and contains a very complete history of the Huron, as well as in-depth looks at their religion, way of life, and even their personalities as a People. Please note that ?The Catholic...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Baptism
Extremely thorough site exploring the history and rituals of baptism in the Christian Church. Content includes a focus on what the Church says about baptism, what it means to be baptized, the various forms of baptism, where and when...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Laity
Entry from an online encyclopedia discussing the laity, the ranks of faithful outside of the clergy. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Gospel and Gospels
Intelligent look at the Gospels, from an explanation on the titles to the classifications and inconsistencies among them. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Dissecting the Sermon on the Mount
Two part analysis of The Sermon on the Mount. Very indepth and intellectual information given. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Chronology of the Life of Jesus
Encyclopedia entry on the life of Jesus presented as a chronology of his life's events. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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Catholic Encyclopedia: The Character of Jesus
Explores the character of Jesus by looking at his relation to man and God. Very in-depth encyclopedia entry. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Miami Indians
This Catholic Encyclopedia article gives a very detailed history of the effort to covert the Miami Indians to Catholicism, as well insights into their character. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Chippewa Indians
Wonderful look at the history and culture of the Ojibwe (Chippewa) Indians. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Iroquois
Toward the bottom of this page about the Iroquois Indians is a section about the wars and battles they were involved in. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Cecilius Calvert
This page gives a detailed biography of the second Lord Baltimore, Cecilius Calvert, and his rule over the colony for almost forty years with an iron hand. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: George Calvert
This article describes George Calvert's life and attempt to find land where Catholics could settle. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Leonard Calvert
This article concerns the first Governor of Maryland, Leonard Calvert, and his struggles for land he was trying to settle. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Simon Stevin
An encyclopedia entry on the life of Simon Stevin is given. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Transcendentalism
An explanation of different types of transcendentalism is found at this site along with a paragraph about New England Transcendentalism. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Pierre Jean De Smet
Catholic Encyclopedia provides a biography on Pierre-Jean de Smet, discussing his missionary work. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Adam
Discusses translation of Adam, his creation, and actions in Genesis. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.