Ritual Of The Altar

Ritual Of The Altar: The Order Of The Holy Communion (1878) is a book written by Orby Shipley. The book serves as a guide for the Order of the Holy Communion, providing a comprehensive description of the rituals and practices that are associated with it. The book is divided into different chapters, each addressing a specific aspect of the Order of the Holy Communion. It starts with an introduction that provides an overview of the significance of the Holy Communion in the Christian faith.The subsequent chapters delve into the different elements of the Holy Communion, including the preparation of the altar, the vestments worn by the celebrant and the assistants, the prayers and responses, and the administration of the sacrament. The book also provides guidance on the use of the various liturgical items, such as the chalice, paten, and ciborium.The author, Orby Shipley, was an Anglican priest who was known for his interest in liturgy and ritual. He believed that the beauty and solemnity of the liturgy could help to deepen the spiritual experience of the faithful. In this book, he provides a detailed description of the rituals and practices of the Holy Communion, with the aim of helping readers to understand and appreciate its significance.Overall, Ritual Of The Altar: The Order Of The Holy Communion (1878) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the liturgy and practices of the Holy Communion. It provides a comprehensive guide to the rituals and practices associated with this important sacrament, and is written in a clear and accessible style.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.