A spirited examination of church vestments, ceremonies, and the meaning of true worship in the Anglican tradition.
This non-fiction work presents a heated exchange on ritualism in the English Church. It weighs how outward signs like robes and rites relate to faith, reverence, and unity within Anglican worship. Through careful argument and historical reference, it asks whether ceremony helps or hinders devotion, and what it would take to balance tradition with modern life.
What you’ll experience
- A brisk, accessible debate about vestments, ceremony, and what counts as reverent worship
- Clear positions on whether ritual can coexist with doctrinal clarity within the Church of England
- References to church history, the role of bishops, and the tension between tradition and reform
- A thoughtful look at how liturgical practice relates to faith, order, and public worship today
Ideal for readers of religious polemics, church history, and those curious about the debates shaping Anglican worship.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the origins of vestments and rituals used in the contemporary Anglican Church. The author draws from historical sources to trace the Catholic origins of these traditions, arguing that most have no basis in Catholic history. Instead, the author posits that these traditions are actually rooted in symbolism derived from Roman Catholic traditions, and were introduced to the Anglican Church only relatively recently. The book argues that none of the practices under discussion are truly "Catholic," nor are they derived from Apostolic times. The author contends that trying to paint these practices as such is a dishonest attempt to present them in a more ancient and authoritative light. The author also points out that there is no uniform consensus on the symbolism and the meaning of these rituals across different branches of Christianity, further undermining claims of a universal Catholic origin. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331648413_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331648413
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331648413
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