Liturgical Worship...

Liturgical Worship is a comprehensive book written by the renowned liturgist, Joseph A. Jungmann. The book explores the history, theology, and practice of liturgical worship in the Catholic Church. It covers topics such as the development of liturgical worship, the role of the priest and the laity in the liturgy, the importance of music and art in worship, and the celebration of the sacraments. Jungmann's writing is scholarly and thorough, drawing on the rich tradition of the Church and the insights of modern liturgical scholarship. He emphasizes the importance of the liturgy as the central act of Catholic worship and stresses the need for active participation by the faithful. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a historical overview of the development of liturgical worship from the early Church to the present day. The second part focuses on the theology of the liturgy, exploring the meaning and significance of the various elements of the Mass and other sacraments. The third part offers practical guidance on how to celebrate the liturgy in a way that is both faithful to the Church's tradition and engaging for the faithful. Overall, Liturgical Worship is an essential resource for anyone interested in deepening their understanding and appreciation of the Catholic liturgy. It is a classic work that continues to be relevant and influential in the Church today.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.