Vindicating the Filioque: The Church Fathers at the Council of Florence

The Vindicating the Filioque by Thomas Crean, O.P.

is a comprehensive and authoritative defense of the Catholic doctrine of the Filioque, providing a robust ecumenical solution to the historical divide between the Western Church and the Eastern Church.

This landmark study offers a careful presentation of patristic testimony concerning the procession of the Spirit, explores the nature of ecumenical councils, and describes the Council of Florence itself, demonstrating the soundness of the Florentine definition of the Holy Spirit’s procession and its importance as a basis for lasting unity of East and West.

With a focus on principles common to both Catholics and Orthodox, this book provides a definitive answer to the controversy surrounding the Filioque, making it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand this complex issue.