Gerald Bray
A A Companion to the Book of Common Prayer
A A Companion to the Book of Common Prayer
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The Book of Common Prayer is a significant achievement of the English Reformation and is still used as the foundation of Anglican worship. This Companion provides a practical guide to the 1662 text and its underlying doctrinal basis, showing that many of the liturgical controversies and debates are nothing new. It also includes a summary of the history of the text and an extensive bibliography for further reading.
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Length: 522 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2023
Publisher: James Clarke & Co Ltd
The Book of Common Prayer stands as one of the most remarkable achievements of the English Reformation. While it has been gradually replaced by more modern forms of worship, it remains the cornerstone of Anglican worship and a concise expression of Anglican doctrine as received by its sixteenth and seventeenth-century authors. As such, it is a text that deserves to be treasured and utilized, both for its historical insight into the theological origins of the Church of England and for its ongoing value as a rich liturgical resource.
In this companion, Gerald Bray offers a practical guide to the 1662 text and its underlying doctrinal basis. He traces the development of the prayer book from its first version in 1549 through the Elizabethan settlement, the upheaval of the civil war and protectorate, and demonstrates that many of the liturgical controversies and debates that we observe today are not new. Bray includes a summary of the history of the text and an extensive bibliography for further reading, making it an invaluable resource for a new generation of worshippers seeking to unlock the significance of this seminal text.
The Book of Common Prayer is a testament to the enduring power of religious tradition and the importance of preserving and celebrating our shared heritage. Its timeless words and prayers continue to inspire and guide us in our spiritual journey, reminding us of the deep connections between our past and present and the boundless possibilities for growth and transformation that lie ahead.
Weight: 952g
Dimension: 164 x 242 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780227179314
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