An Historical Inquiry Into the True Interpretation of the Rubrics in the Book of Common Prayer, Respecting the Sermon and the Communion Service (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Benjamin Harrison

9780428416003: An Historical Inquiry Into the True Interpretation of the Rubrics in the Book of Common Prayer, Respecting the Sermon and the Communion Service (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0428416004 ISBN 13: 9780428416003

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover how historic church rites shaped English prayer life.

This book examines the ancient practice of bidding prayers and the common prayers used in the Church of England, tracing how reforms, tradition, and theology influenced what the congregation heard and offered in worship.

The extract delves into how prayers were formed, how the people joined in, and how writers and church leaders argued over the right way to conduct sermons, offertories, and the division of the Communion Service. It places these debates in a broader history of the church’s practice, looking at vestments, dress, and the role of the preacher as seasons of change unfolded.

Learn about the evolution of bidding prayers and the role of lay participation in public worship
See how different bishops and reformers influenced the shape of the liturgy
Understand the links between sermon practice, offertory habits, and church discipline
Explore historical reflections on how the Prayer Book guided clergy and laity alike

Ideal for readers exploring liturgy, English religious history, and the development of common prayers in the church.

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