Ignaz von Döllinger published 4 non-fiction books and 5 other books, beginning with The Church and the Churches (1862). The best-known is The First Age of Christianity and the Church (1866).
Updated September 2026
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The First Age of Christianity and the Church
Ignaz von Döllinger's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Gentile and the Jew in the Courts of the Temple of Christ (1862)
The First Age of Christianity and the Church (1866)
The Pope and the Council (1869)
Other books in order
The Church and the Churches (1862)
Fables Respecting the Popes of the Middle Ages (1871)
Dr. J.j.i. Von Döllinger's Fables Respecting the Popes in the Middle Ages (1872)
Lectures on the Reunion of the Churches (1872)
Declarations and Letters on the Vatican Decrees 1869-1887 (1891)
About Ignaz von Döllinger
Johann Joseph Ignaz von Döllinger, also Doellinger in English, was a German theologian, Catholic priest and church historian who rejected the dogma of papal infallibility. Among his writings which proved controversial, his criticism of the papacy antagonized ultramontanes, yet his reverence for tradition annoyed the liberals.
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Ignaz von Döllinger FAQ
- How many books has Ignaz von Döllinger written?
- Ignaz von Döllinger published 4 non-fiction books and 5 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Ignaz von Döllinger's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The First Age of Christianity and the Church.
- What is Ignaz von Döllinger's last book?
- Letters from Rome on the Council (1870).
- What is Ignaz von Döllinger's most famous book?
- The First Age of Christianity and the Church (1866) is Ignaz von Döllinger's most widely read book.
- Can I read Ignaz von Döllinger's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Ignaz von Döllinger is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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