Vestiarium Christianum: The Origin and Gradual Development of the Dress of Holy Ministry in the Church

Marriott, Wharton B

ISBN 10: 1162616040 / ISBN 13: 9781162616049

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Vestiarium Christianum: The Origin and Gradual Development of the Dress of Holy Ministry in the Church
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1162616040
• ISBN 13: 9781162616049
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Vestiarium Christianum is a comprehensive book that delves into the history and evolution of the clothing worn by members of the clergy in the Christian church. Written by Wharton B. Marriott, the book explores the origin and gradual development of the dress of holy ministry in the Church, from the earliest days of Christianity to the present day. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the symbolism and meaning behind various articles of clothing, the influence of different cultures and historical periods on clerical dress, and the controversies and debates that have arisen over the centuries regarding appropriate attire for members of the clergy. With detailed illustrations and extensive research, Vestiarium Christianum provides a fascinating and informative look at the history of clerical dress and its significance in the Christian church.1868. Historical or antiquarian investigation is one thing, theological controversy is another. There is time, and there is place, for both; but not for both the same time and the same place, without disadvantage to the former of the two. Under this conviction the author studiously put aside all reference to the passing controversies of this day, and made it his one object to collect every fact of importance bearing upon the subject immediately before him, to set it before the readers in such a way as shall enable them to form their own estimate of its value, and at the same time to offer, for whatever its worth, the interpretation which he believed to be the true one. Archaic English text.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.