Religious Liberty: An End and A Beginning by John Courtney Murray, S.J. -Hardcover – 1st Printing, 1966
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*Religious Liberty: An End and a Beginning* by John Courtney Murray is a significant work in the field of theology and religious studies. Published in 1961, this book explores the concept of religious freedom from both a historical and philosophical perspective.
Murray, a prominent American theologian, was influential in shaping Catholic thought on religious liberty, particularly through his contributions to the Second Vatican Council's document *Dignitatis Humanae*. In *Religious Liberty: An End and a Beginning*, he argues for a modern understanding of religious freedom that respects individual conscience and promotes a pluralistic society.
The book addresses the historical development of religious liberty, the theological underpinnings of freedom of conscience, and the implications for church-state relations. It represents a crucial shift from earlier positions that were more restrictive to a more inclusive approach to religious freedom. Murray's work is considered a cornerstone in discussions about the relationship between religion and politics, particularly within the context of Catholic thought.
