The Two Books of Common Prayer, Set Forth by Authority of Parliament in the Reign of King Edward the Sixth: Compared with Each Other, and Edited (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Edward Cardwell

9780265365700: The Two Books of Common Prayer, Set Forth by Authority of Parliament in the Reign of King Edward the Sixth: Compared with Each Other, and Edited (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265365708 ISBN 13: 9780265365700

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Two historic editions of the Book of Common Prayer come together in one scholarly volume.

This edition compares the two early books, shows how they were edited over time, and explains the changes in the context of church history and law. Aided by editor Edward Cardwell, it helps readers understand the development of Anglican worship and doctrine.

This edition is a careful resource for students, researchers, and readers curious about liturgy, church governance, and the beliefs that shaped the era. It presents the texts side by side and provides insightful commentary on how prayers, rites, and articles evolved in practice and authority.

Includes the original prayers, orders, and articles used in Anglican worship and governance
Highlights how revisions reflected changes in church leadership and civil authority
Offers historical context for the Protestant Episcopal Church in America and its ties to the Church of England
Provides a framework for comparing parallel texts and tracing editorial decisions

Ideal for readers of church history, theology, and archival editions who want a grounded, readable look at how two foundational prayer books relate to each other and to later revisions.

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