Kevin ClemensVisitors to the minor basilica San Pietro in Vincoli in Rome are met with a somewhat puzzling sight when they come upon a famous sculpture of Michelangelo that adorns the tomb of Pope Julius II. The sculpture in question is of Moses, but what is...
This article will introduce the field of patristics and the figures commonly known as the Church Fathers by exploring a few key questions: What is patristics? When was the patristic period? Who are the Church Fathers? Are the Church Fathers still...
VerbumVerbum co-sponsored the Pontifical Biblical Institute’s Jesus and the Pharisees conference in Rome this May. At its close, we had an audience with the pope in the Clementine Hall of the Papal Palace and presented him with an iPad loaded with the...
The Resurrection of Christ, one of Raphael’s earliest known works, is packed with symbolic elements intended to communicate theological truths. Here are some highlights:
And when the hour came, he sat at table, and the apostles with him. And he said to them, “I have earnestly desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer; for I tell you I shall not eat it until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God.” And he...
This is the second in a series on how Verbum employees use the software in their daily lives and studies.
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This disturbing piece shows Judith and her maid bringing Holofernes’ head back to Bethulia as told in Judith 13:1–20. Judith was an attractive Jewish widow from the Israelite town of Bethulia who was devoted to God. However, the Assyrian army...
It’s time for an East vs. West throwdown that racks up savings on books you love! Verbum’s March Matchups are here, which means you get to vote for your favorite Church Father—and ramp up discounts while you’re at it. Here’s how it works: Over the...
Welcome to Verbum’s series on sacred poetry. Each week for the next several months, we’re featuring entries from respected poets on divine subjects.
Welcome to Verbum’s new series on sacred poetry. Each week for the next several months, we’re featuring entries from respected poets on divine subjects. Today’s poem is “The Blessed Virgin compared to the Air we Breathe.” It’s a longer poem, but a...
Every month members of the Verbum team share what they read and watched in Verbum and around the web. Angela Lott, Verbum and Logos Library Specialist: As part of my New Year’s resolution, I’m doing a study on the kingdom of God. Currently I am...
Each month in 2019, Verbum will be highlighting one saint’s life, work, theology, and impact on the Church. This month’s saint, St. Peter Damian, was a Benedictine monk and Doctor of the Church known for his eloquent preaching and voluminous writing.
Welcome to Verbum’s new series on sacred poetry. Each week for the next several months we’re featuring entries from respected poets on divine subjects. Today’s poem is “The Windhover.” All poetry is meant to be read aloud, and this poem especially...
This morbid piece from Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio is called David with the Head of Goliath. It depicts the exact moment in 1 Samuel 17:57 where David presented the Philistine’s head in triumph to Saul.
Sr. Mary Margaret Funk writes on practicing early monasticism, the International Theological Commission provides five decades of theological reflection, and select works from the great Henri de Lubac publish soon—and here’s what else is new...
This is a guest post from author and apologist Steve Ray. *** A Christian can be compared to a man on a journey. As soon as the traveler crested the hill, he knew he was in dire straits. He was lost and desperately weary from hours of trudging down...
Each month in 2019, Verbum will be highlighting one saint’s life, work, theology, and impact on the Church. This month’s saint, Thomas Aquinas, is one of the most influential philosophers and theologians of all time. Lived: 1225–March 7, 1274 Feast...
Every month two members of the Verbum team share what they read and watched in Verbum and around the web. Donald Antenen, Verbum Marketing Manager: This month I used Verbum for research while writing Catholic New Year’s resolutions. That meant...
The new year isn’t just a time to renew your gym membership. It’s an opportunity to offer your heart to the glory of Christ and his Church. With that in mind, we’ve made a list of 8 Catholic resolutions to guide your spiritual life throughout the...
Matthew BoffeyIf you want to renew your love for Scripture, challenge yourself to grow spiritually, and revel in the awe-inspiring character of God, there’s no substitute for studying the Mind of the Church. That’s why when we made Verbum 8, we challenged...
The new version of Verbum is here. It’s redesigned in a big way to be faster and easier to use than ever. Whether you’ve never owned Verbum or have been with us from the start, here are all your options for how to get Verbum 8, clearly explained...
We’ve got lots of new resources just published or coming soon to Verbum. Take a look at the resources below to see how they can help round out your Verbum library.
As believers, we are part of a conflict that has existed since the Church began—the constant confrontation with a secular world, humanistic cultures, and ideologically opposed governments. Equip yourself for the struggle with The Sense of the...
In On the Lord’s Prayer, three early church fathers—Tertullian, St. Cyprian, and Origen—explore the Lord’s Prayer and its role in the Christian life. In the excerpt below, Tertullian discusses the mystery of God’s holy name and calls Christians to...
During July only, you have a rare opportunity to purchase individual commentary volumes from top-rated, acclaimed commentary sets, at 50% off! It’s difficult to find an individual commentary volume from these sets for sale, especially at such...
With each new month, Verbum gives you savings on excellent resources to help you grow in your knowledge of the Scriptures and the Church. June is no exception, with collections, bundles, works, and series all discounted to give you greater insights...
This month, you can get Saint Augustine: The City of God, Books I–VII for free plus two more volumes from the Fathers of the Church Series (127 vols.) for less than $5! Throughout June, we’re sharing excerpts from Saint Augustine: The City of God...