Continuously popular since it first appeared in 1977, The Incorruptibles 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.
- SKU:
- 199
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 342
- Publication Date:
- 11/1/1991
- Product Format:
- Paperbound
- Pdf:
- https://tanbooks.com/content/TheIncorruptibles_Preview.pdf
- Height:
- 8.50
- Width:
- 5.50
7 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews
-
The Incorruptibles
Hopefully the next edition will include St. Giuseppe Maria Tomasi, C.R. (1649-1713) who is now in a glass coffin completely incorrupt from the vein in his temple, fingernail cuticles and hair on head in the Basilica of St Andrew della Valle (the Apostle) in Rome.
-
Very good
Very good
-
Very nice read packed with so much knowledge about the saints with some pictures
Would suggest this book for my family .
-
Amaxing
I enjoyed tremendously as it gave what the saints went thru during their lives.
-
The Incorruptibles
Fascinating book that will strengthen one;s faith. Incredible and no other way to explain this phenomena other than by the Hand of God.
-
Amazing , awe-inspiring
A well written, interesting account of many saints. These incorruptibles really exist, a beautiful sign from God.
-
Love this book
Love this book
