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100 1 _aHuntington, William Reed,
_d1838-1909
245 1 2 _aA Short History of the Book of Common Prayer
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2009-09-30
508 _aProduced by Elaine Laizure
520 _a"A Short History of the Book of Common Prayer" by William Reed Huntington is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the evolution, significance, and liturgical revisions of the Book of Common Prayer, particularly from 1878 to 1892. The author delves into the origins of Christian liturgy, the various forms and adaptations of the Prayer Book over centuries, and the debates surrounding its modifications. The text aims to provide an insightful narrative of how worship practices have transformed throughout history, highlighting the interplay between tradition and reform. The opening of this history introduces readers to the foundational concepts of liturgical worship, positing that established forms arise from humanity's intrinsic need for collective supplication. Huntington discusses the historical roots of the Book of Common Prayer, tracing aspects of its formulation back to early Christian practices and earlier prayer manuals. He emphasizes the necessity of a common framework for worship and acknowledges the contributions of the English reformers who successfully condensed various liturgical texts into a single, unified book. This initial segment sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the evolution of worship practices and the ongoing dialogue regarding liturgical enrichment and revision that characterizes the Anglican tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEpiscopal Church. Book of common prayer
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30136
999 _c70984
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