Responsive Worship: A Discourse, With Notes (1873)

By Wm Ives Budington and William Ives Budington

Book Overview

Responsive Worship: A Discourse, With Notes (1873) is a book written by William Ives Budington. The book is a discourse on the topic of responsive worship, which is a form of worship where the congregation responds to the prayers and readings of the minister. The book provides an in-depth analysis of this form of worship, including its history, its benefits, and its potential drawbacks.The author begins by discussing the origins of responsive worship, tracing its roots back to ancient Jewish and Christian traditions. He then explores the various ways in which responsive worship can be practiced, including through the use of hymns, prayers, and readings. The book also includes a detailed discussion of the benefits of responsive worship, including its ability to engage the congregation and foster a sense of community.However, the author also acknowledges that there are potential drawbacks to responsive worship, such as the risk of becoming too formulaic or repetitive. He offers suggestions for avoiding these pitfalls and maintaining the authenticity of the worship experience.Overall, Responsive Worship: A Discourse, With Notes is a comprehensive exploration of the practice of responsive worship. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in this form of worship or seeking to deepen their understanding of it.With Letters From G. B. Bacon, L. Bacon, N. J. Burton, H. Bushnell, And Others.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165654423
• ISBN13: 9781165654420
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"