Items related to Modern Decisions on Ritual, Vol. 1 of 2: And Kindred...
Synopsis
Discover how courts interpreted church ritual across generations and shaped Anglican worship.
This volume distills fifty years of decisions on rites, ornaments, and decorum within the Church of England.
This concise reference reviews the principal judicial decisions about how churches in England should look and work. It traces debates from early reform movements to later rulings, explaining how bishops, ministers, and lay officials balanced tradition with law. The discussion centers on objects and practices like the communion table, vestments, incense, candles, and altars, and it clarifies where legal authority lies.
The book presents case summaries, extracts, and commentary to show what decisions meant for daily worship. It connects historical context with the practical questions raised in court, offering a clear overview for readers new to the topic as well as those studying ecclesiastical law.
- How altar furniture and liturgical coverings were defined and contested
- Rules about vestments, procession, incense, and other ceremonial elements
- Judicial guidance on maintaining order and uniformity in church practices
- Sources, notes, and key judgments extracted for quick reference
Ideal for readers of legal history, ecclesiastical law, or Anglican ritual, this edition helps you understand what decisions shaped church practice over time.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for Modern Decisions on Ritual, Vol. 1 of 2: And Kindred...
Seller Image
Modern Decisions on Ritual, Vol. 1 of 2: And Kindred Subjects (Classic Reprint)
Print on DemandSeller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book documents legal decisions on Church of England ceremonies and the ornamentation of its spaces over the last 150 years. The author focuses on issues arising from the Oxford Movement, which sought to revive Catholic teachings and practices. The debate centered around the interpretation and construction of old documents, many of which had been ignored for years. Some of the issues that have reached the courts include the material and construction of communion tables and altars, the use of colorful altar cloths, and the display of reredoses. The cases discussed in this book have significantly impacted modern church law and have helped define the legal parameters of the Church of England's practices. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331431251_0
Buy New
US$ 19.67
Free Shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Modern Decisions on Ritual, Vol 1 of 2 And Kindred Subjects Classic Reprint
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331431251
Stock Image
Modern Decisions on Ritual, Vol 1 of 2 And Kindred Subjects Classic Reprint
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331431251
Buy New
US$ 30.42
US$ 5.56 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 15 available