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The Novelty of Transubstantiation: The Presence of Christ in the Eucharist | Fr. James Brent, O.P. (duplicate?)
Jan 13, 2021
Fr. James Brent, O.P., discusses the nuanced concept of transubstantiation, ancient anaphoras, St. Thomas' views on Eucharistic abuses, interpreting Jesus's words on transubstantiation vs. consubstantiation, and understanding the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
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- Transubstantiation is a unique change in the Eucharist where bread and wine become Christ's body and blood.
- Christ's presence in the Eucharist lacks quantitative dimensions of His glorified body, coexisting with bread and wine appearances.
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The Unique Change in the Eucharistic Liturgy
In the Eucharistic liturgy, a unique change called transubstantiation occurs, where the substance of the bread and wine becomes the body and blood of Christ while the accidents of bread and wine remain. This change is distinct from natural occurrences and is a central aspect of the Eucharistic celebration.
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