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CollegeKid
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Just curious- what do you guys think of Scott Hahn- is he a good theologian? Orthodox in his faith and teaching? For example, his books such as The Lamb’s Supper?
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Mannyfit75
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I read the Lamb’s Supper. I think it is very good. He is also a scholar and ver conservative Catholic. He is also a member of Opus Dei.
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CollegeKid
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Thanks for your (name removed by moderator)ut, Manny, I appreciate it. In the next few posts I’m hoping to hear from those who would call themselves “traditionalist” Catholics- it seems that in some of the more traditional circles there is, on occasion, a bit of an anti-Scott Hahn undercurrent. I’m hoping to get an idea as to why that is.
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jburgherr
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It is interesting that you have heard anything bad about Scott. I consider myself to be rather orthodox in my Catholic faith. I find him to be very orthodox and very enjoyable to read.
Scott is very prolific in his writing, and I have read just about everything he has written. I’m not a theologian, but I cannot remember him saying anything obviously outside of magisterial teaching.
I recommend Scott Hahn highly.
Scott is very prolific in his writing, and I have read just about everything he has written. I’m not a theologian, but I cannot remember him saying anything obviously outside of magisterial teaching.
I recommend Scott Hahn highly.
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turtleoompa
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He gave a lecture at one of our monthly series called fullness of faith. Quite a good lecturer. Very interesting. His books are good too.
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Maria1212
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His writing style is not for everyone, but I have learned a lot from his books. I prefer Steve Ray from an evangelical standpoint because I think his writing is more “solid” and he backs up what he has to say more fully. However, I enjoy Scott Hahn`s books and have read many of them. I have never found anything he has written to be conflicting with “traditional/orthodox” Catholicism.
Sincerely,
Maria1212
Sincerely,
Maria1212
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scylla
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He is very good, and I am pretty darn picky.
Some people have problems with some of his insinuation and speculation but as he has been very careful with this, I see no problem with it.
If you want to share the faith Scott Hahn knows how to write in a way that can really help people open their hearts to the Catholic Church.
God Bless
Scylla
Some people have problems with some of his insinuation and speculation but as he has been very careful with this, I see no problem with it.
If you want to share the faith Scott Hahn knows how to write in a way that can really help people open their hearts to the Catholic Church.
God Bless
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DustinsDad
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I don’t know about theologin, but as a speaker and apologist he’s pretty darn good. He deals with and answers main protestant objections/claims very well - his apologetic tapes and a couple of his books (Lamb’s Supper was one of them) helped me a great deal. It’s been a good while since I’ve read his stuff, but I still give out his conversion story “testimony” tape to prospective protestant converts.
That being said, I know there are a few finer points or theological speculations that he made that can be debated - but I’ll let smarter guys that me hash those out. Seems like his heart is in the right place and that he would humbly take corrective criticism when offered with charity.
And of course you have the typical conservative catholic / traditional catholic tension there to some extent - with some mistrust and suspicion between both camps. I think - with the guideance of Pope Benedict XVI, and the faithful’s continued prayes for the Holy Father, this divide will be lessened in the coming months and years. Let’s hope and pray the recent Motu Proprio is a great first step to the interior reconciliation the Holy Father is looking for.
Peace in Christ,
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SemperFidelis
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Several Traditional Catholics dislike his feminine theology regarding the Holy Ghost ie: the Holy Ghost is the feminine part of the trinity. Other than this, he is very orthodox, and I enjoy much of his writing.
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Sr_Sally
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He is very orthodox. He has written quite a bit since his conversion. His writing is very appealing to other converts who understand the point of reference he comes from. That said, I personally find his writing style annoying–very “Hey, golly, gee” alternating with a bit boring. But my critique of his style has nothing to do with his orthodoxy.
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twosweetgirls
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If I could have all of Scott Hahn’s books, I would! 
His “Rome Sweet Home” was very understandable and cemented my decision to enter RCIA. I personally loved his writing style–made it easy for a non-Catholic layman like me (at the time) to go “oh, I get it now; that makes sense and is completely logical”.
His “Rome Sweet Home” was very understandable and cemented my decision to enter RCIA. I personally loved his writing style–made it easy for a non-Catholic layman like me (at the time) to go “oh, I get it now; that makes sense and is completely logical”.
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TexCatholic4JMJ
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I really like Scott Hahn and I know his conversion has also led
many others to convert. (Free CD about his conversion from
www.catholicity.com) I have been to conferences where I heard
both Scott and his wife and the talks were very solid. Happy to
say he has also developed a bible study for teenagers which
has excited the teens to learn more about their faith.
One of his sons who was a student (is???) at Steubenville,was
the spokesperson for a group of pro-lifers when a certain politician
running for president (Catholic) had a rally at the town square.
The students were politely marching at the rally and the politician’s organizers asked the police to remove them. The
police told the organizers that they were not breaking any law,
and, therefore, they were left alone. Reporters interviewed the
group and I remember that Scott’s son was quoted.
My purpose in telling you this, I also admire that his family is
also on fire with the faith and I am sure Scott and his wife have
a lot to do with it. I know it’s no guarantee, but knowing how hard
it is to keep kids in the faith nowadays, I thank God for those
families that teach and practice the faith so that it’s “caught”,
many others to convert. (Free CD about his conversion from
www.catholicity.com) I have been to conferences where I heard
both Scott and his wife and the talks were very solid. Happy to
say he has also developed a bible study for teenagers which
has excited the teens to learn more about their faith.
One of his sons who was a student (is???) at Steubenville,was
the spokesperson for a group of pro-lifers when a certain politician
running for president (Catholic) had a rally at the town square.
The students were politely marching at the rally and the politician’s organizers asked the police to remove them. The
police told the organizers that they were not breaking any law,
and, therefore, they were left alone. Reporters interviewed the
group and I remember that Scott’s son was quoted.
My purpose in telling you this, I also admire that his family is
also on fire with the faith and I am sure Scott and his wife have
a lot to do with it. I know it’s no guarantee, but knowing how hard
it is to keep kids in the faith nowadays, I thank God for those
families that teach and practice the faith so that it’s “caught”,
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pnewton
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I have enjoyed all I have read of him. He seems to be a sound theologian and an excellent communicator.
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OutinChgoburbs
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If you have access, go to Proquest Digital Dissertations and read Dr. Hahn’s. It will tell you a lot about him as a person, and as a Catholic. It called Kinship by covenant: A biblical theological study of covenant types and texts in the Old and New Testaments
It called Kinship by covenant: A biblical theological study of covenant types and texts in the Old and New Testaments
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Elzee
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Can you provide a link? I cant’ seem to navigate to it on the site. I’ll keep trying…If you have access, go to Proquest Digital Dissertations and read Dr. Hahn’s. It will tell you a lot about him as a person, and as a Catholic.
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ricmat
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I love his stuff, but it seems that our diocese (and others under the influence of Cardinal X) have banned him from speaking to Catholic groups.
Perhaps if he spoke in conjunction with a clown mass or learned to do liturgical dancing he would be welcome here.
I especially recommend “A Father Who Keeps His Promises”, which focuses on the covenants between God and mankind.
Perhaps if he spoke in conjunction with a clown mass or learned to do liturgical dancing he would be welcome here.
I especially recommend “A Father Who Keeps His Promises”, which focuses on the covenants between God and mankind.
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Like
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Are you serious about the Cardinal? Do you have any links reference that?
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PatienceAndLove
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When I was at Franciscan, the Pre-Theologates would have fist fights over Dr. Hahn- basically, those who didn’t have him as an advisor would be super jealous of those who did.
I think he rocks.
I think he rocks.
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ricmat
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No links. I’ve asked some of our parish ministers if we could get Scott Hahn to come speak at our parish, and the response is always that he is “not welcome” in our diocese (and the surrounding dioceses - except one).
It’s possible that the Cardinal is not the problem…but rather the people who run the day to day operations of setting up conventions, etc. Scott is very conservative, and many of the folks in power – well, they apparently like clown masses and such.
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daughterofmary
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I really enjoy talks given by Scott Hahn. He is fantastic!
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