von Balthasar, Hans Urs

Hans Urs von Balthasar (1905-1988) was a Swiss theologian widely regarded as one of the greatest theologians and spiritual writers of modern times. Named a cardinal by Pope John Paul II, he died shortly before being formally inducted into the College of Cardinals. He wrote over one hundred books, including Prayer , Heart of the World , Mary for Today , Love Alone Is Credible , Mysterium Paschale and his major multi-volume theological works: The Glory of the Lord , Theo-Drama and Theo-Logic .

Hans Urs von Balthasar (1905-1988) was a Swiss theologian widely regarded as one of the greatest theologians and spiritual writers of modern times. Named a cardinal by Pope John Paul II, he died shortly before being formally inducted into the College of Cardinals. He wrote over one hundred books, including Prayer , Heart of the World , Mary for Today , Love Alone Is Credible , Mysterium Paschale and his major multi-volume theological works: The Glory of the Lord , Theo-Drama and Theo-Logic . See less