Church Treasury of History, Custom and Folklore

The Church Treasury of History, Custom and Folklore is a comprehensive book written by William Andrews that delves into the rich history, customs, and folklore of the Christian Church. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the Church's history and traditions.The first chapter of the book provides an overview of the early Christian Church, including its origins and the spread of Christianity throughout the world. Subsequent chapters explore topics such as the development of Christian art and architecture, the role of music in the Church, and the various religious orders that have emerged over the centuries.The book also delves into the various customs and traditions that have developed within the Church, such as the use of incense and candles in worship, the celebration of holy days and festivals, and the significance of various religious symbols and icons.Throughout the book, Andrews draws on a wide range of historical and cultural sources to provide a rich and detailed picture of the Christian Church and its traditions. From the early days of Christianity to the modern era, this book offers a fascinating insight into the history and culture of one of the world's most enduring institutions.1898. A collection of essays by various authors on curious subjects peripheral to the history of the Church. Contents: Stave-kirks; Curious Churches in Cornwall; Holy Wells; Hermits and hermit-cells; Church wakes; Fortified Church towers; Knights Templars - their Churches and their privileges; English Mediaeval pilgrimages; Pilgrims' signs; Human skin on Church doors; Animals of the church, in wood, stone, and bronze; Queries in stones; Pictures in Churches; Flowers and the rites of the Church; Ghost-layers and ghost-laying; Church walks; Westminster waxworks; Illustrated.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.