The History Of The Book Of Common Prayer

By Leighton Pullan

Book Overview

The History of the Book of Common Prayer is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and evolution of the Book of Common Prayer, the liturgical text used by the Anglican Communion. Written by Leighton Pullan, a renowned historian of the Anglican Church, the book traces the history of the Book of Common Prayer from its earliest roots in the medieval liturgies of the Catholic Church to its current form in the modern Anglican Communion. The book explores the theological and political debates that shaped the Book of Common Prayer, including the Protestant Reformation, the English Civil War, and the rise of Puritanism. It also examines the various revisions and adaptations of the Book of Common Prayer over the centuries, including the 1662 edition, which remains the standard liturgy for the Church of England. The History of the Book of Common Prayer is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Anglican Church and the development of its liturgy. It provides a detailed and authoritative account of one of the most important texts in the English-speaking world, and sheds light on the complex religious and political forces that have shaped its evolution over the centuries.The Oxford Library Of Practical Theology.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: 1162921617
• ISBN13: 9781162921617
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"