The Divine Office: Considered from a Devotional Point of View (Classic Reprint)

M L'Abbe Bacquez

ISBN 10: 1330798236 / ISBN 13: 9781330798232

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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626 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.41 inches. This item is printed on demand.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Divine Office: Considered from a Devotional Point of View (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330798236
• ISBN 13: 9781330798232
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.83 kilograms

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Synopsis

Deepen your daily prayer with the Divine Office

Discover a practical, spiritually rich guide that helps clergy and devoted readers pray more fully, with reverence and focus. This edition presents a thoughtful outline of the Divine Office, drawing on the author’s presentation of Saint Olier’s teaching and the Catholic tradition. It explains the purpose, discipline, and fruit of saying the Office well, and it links daily prayer to the broader work of sanctification and unity with Christ. The material is framed for guidance and reflection, offering insight into the prayers, their meaning, and the transformative potential of regular, reverent recitation.

• Clear explanation of the Office’s structure and daily rhythm.
• Practical guidance on posture, intention, and devotion during prayer.
• Philosophical and spiritual framing that connects prayer to spiritual growth.
• Historical context and reflections to deepen understanding of the Psalms and hymns.

Ideal for priests, ministry leaders, and lay readers who want a more meaningful and disciplined approach to the Divine Office, this edition invites steady practice and contemplative study.