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Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained is a systematic presentation of our Catholic Faith.

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Fresh. Bold. Relevant. Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained features 20 video and discussion sessions that brings together some of the most trusted Catholic teachers in the world to guide you through the breadth and richness of the Catholic faith. It will lead you through the "big picture" of the Catholic Faith and our Creed is the guide. Symbolon brings together some of the most trusted Catholic teachers in the world to guide you through the breadth and richness of the Catholic faith. Use Symbolon in RCIA, for Catechist training, in Men's & Women's Groups, Bible Study Groups and more.

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Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained - PART 1 - DVDs

Symbolon: The Explanation of the Catholic Faith (Paperback)

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Symbolon: The Explanation of the Catholic Faith (Paperback)

"I finally understand the Catholic faith!"

That's what many around the world are saying after watching the acclaimed series Symbolon: The Explanation of the Catholic Faith. Now series host and renowned author Edward Sri takes us through key aspects of the Catholic faith with the same clarity and beauty that he did in the video documentary, answering common questions such as:

  • Why do I need the Church? Is it enough to just be spiritual?
  • Don't want to impose your morals on me! Who are you to judge me?
  • Do we really have a responsibility to help the poor
  • Why do Catholics venerate the Virgin?
  • Why should I confess my sins to a priest?
  • How can I believe that the Bible is really inspired by God?

This book is excellent for adult, family, and RCIA training programs. Its easy-to-read style appeals to both the intellect and the heart of the reader and leads them to understand and deeply live the Catholic faith.

Commendations For Symbolon: The Explanation of the Catholic Faith

This book will be a discovery for many people. Dr. Sri presents divine love to us as the common thread of the logic of the Catholic faith, which gives meaning to everything we believe and do as Catholics. Its presentation is clear and simple and goes straight to the heart of the topic (and of the readers).
–Scott Hahn, author, The Return Home, The Return to Rome

The Church is the bride whose beauty will speak for itself when the veil is removed. That is what Dr. Sri does in this book characterized by its charity and clarity, while revealing the richness and harmony of the Catholic faith.
–Jason Evert, author, Saint John Paul the Great

A wonderful catechetical resource that can be used for RCIA, faith formation groups, or catechetics.
–Scott Hahn, Professor of Catechesis, Steubenville Franciscan University

About the Author

Dr. Edward Sri is a theologian, international lecturer, and author of several best-selling books, such as A Biblical Tour of Mass and Who Am I to Judge? He is the host of several video training series, including Symbolon: Explaining the Catholic Faith. He is one of the founders, along with Curtis Martin, of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students), adjunct professor at the Augustine Institute and Vice President of Training for FOCUS. For more information visit www.edwardsri.com.

English Translation

"I finally understand the Catholic faith!"

That's what many around the world say after watching the acclaimed Symbolon series: The Explanation of the Catholic Faith. Now, the series host and renowned author Edward Sri takes us through the key aspects of the Catholic faith with the same clarity and beauty that he did in the video documentary, answering common questions, such as:

  • Why do I need the Church? Is it enough to be only spiritual?
  • Don't impose your morals on me! Who are you to judge me?
  • Do we really have the responsibility to help the poor?
  • Why do Catholics worship Mary?
  • Why should I confess my sins to a priest?
  • How can I believe that the Bible is really inspired by God?

This book is excellent for formation programs for adults, families, and RCIA. The easy-to-read style appeals to both the intellect and the heart of the reader and leads him to understand and live deeply the Catholic faith.

Praise for Symbolon: The Explanation of the Catholic Faith

This book will be a discovery for many people. Dr. Sri presents divine love as the guiding thread of the logic of the Catholic faith, which gives meaning to everything we believe as Catholics. Its presentation is clear and simple and goes straight to the heart of the subject (and the readers).
–Scott Hahn, author, Rome Sweet Home

The Church is the bride whose beauty will speak for itself when the veil is removed. That is what Dr. Sri does in this book that is characterized by his charity and clarity, while revealing the richness and harmony of the Catholic faith.
–Jason Evert, author, St. John Paul the Great

A wonderful catechetical resource that can be used for RCIA, faith formation or catechetical groups.
–Scott Hahn, Professor of Catechesis, Franciscan University of Steubenville

Product Details

  • Paperback
  • Published 2018
  • 259 Pages
  • Abridged version of Love Unveiled: The Catholic Faith Explained
  • English version, here .

About the Author

Dr. Edward Sri is a theologian, international lecturer and author of several bestselling books, such as A Biblical Walk Through the Mass and Who Am I to Judge? He is the host of several video formation series, including Symbolon: The Explanation of the Catholic Faith. He is one of the founders, together with Curtis Martin, of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students), associate professor at the Augustine Institute and Vice President of Formation for FOCUS. For more information visit www.edwardsri.com.

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Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained - PART 1 - DVDs

In the ten episodes of Part 1 of Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained, we journey through the core teachings of the Catholic Church with the goal of knowing the Faith. Join Dr. Edward Sri and his team of experts as they systematically walk through the story of salvation, traced out by the Catechism.


Using the Creed as our guide, we move from creation and the fall, to Christ’s redemptive Death and Resurrection, to His founding of the Catholic Church, and His coming at the end of time. Part 1 compellingly and comprehensively presents the foundation and fundamental beliefs of the Catholic Faith.

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