The Church of Our Fathers, Vol. 2: As Seen in St (Classic Reprint)

Description: This remarkable book explores the rich and diverse history of the sacred vestments of the Catholic Church, focusing on the remarkable period from the early Middle Ages to the end of the sixteenth century. Exploring liturgical customs and traditions that have been passed down for generations, the author uncovers the deep symbolic meanings woven into each article of clothing, revealing how they were used to convey ecclesiastical rank and enhance the beauty of religious ceremonies. From the simple alb to the majestic cope, each vestment is meticulously examined, showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship that went into their creation. Through the author's insightful analysis, readers will gain a profound understanding of the evolution of these sacred garments, their role in Catholic ritual, and the enduring legacy they hold in the Church's history and traditions. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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Original Language: English

Country/Region of Manufacture: America

Narrative Type: Nonfiction

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Book Title: Church of Our Fathers, Vol. 2 : As Seen in St. Osmund's Rite for the Cathedral of Salisbury, with Dissertations on the Belief and Ritual in England Before and after the Coming of the Normans (Classic Reprint)

Number of Pages: 448 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Publication Year: 2015

Topic: Christianity / General, Customs & Traditions

Item Height: 0.9 in

Illustrator: Yes

Genre: Religion, Social Science

Item Weight: 21 Oz

Item Length: 9 in

Author: Daniel Rock

Item Width: 6 in

Format: Trade Paperback