This incomparable volume presents a comprehensive exploration and explanation of medieval liturgical celebrations. The reverent prayers, hymns and rubrics used in the Middle Ages are described in detail and interpreted through the commentary of scholars from the same time period, the era which is also known as the "Age of Faith." Collected here is a wide range of ceremonies, encompassing the seven sacraments, the major feasts of the liturgical year (such as Christmas, Easter, and Corpus Christi), and special liturgical rites (from the coronation of the pope to the blessing of expectant mothers). The sacred celebrations have been drawn from countries across western and central Europe--from Portugal to Poland--but particular attention has been given to liturgical texts of medieval Spain, which until now have received relatively little attention from scholars. Historian James Monti has done exhaustive research on medieval liturgical manuscripts, early printed missals, and the writings of medieval liturgists and theologians so that the treasures they contain can inspire a sense of the sacred in future generations of Catholics.
Using historical occurrences, myths, and anecdotes, the author guides readers through the fundamentals of the sacrosanct, looking at how we as a society have lost the sacred and why it is so urgently needed in today's world.
This work argues that despite the disagreements and contradictions among world religions, a universal message can be found by studying them with care.
This is a book of contemplative poetry that is a spiritual gem.
This book is based on her personal notes, practices and reflections from these conversations.
CPR for the Soul: Reviving a Sense of the Sacred in Everyday Life
But is this distinction true? Drawing on a vast body of experimental research, Iain McGilchrist argues while our left brain makes for a wonderful servant, it is a very poor master.
Unpacking the Sense of the Sacred: A Reader in the Study of Religions
The Mystical Sense of the Sacred Scriptures
Consider the complexity of a living cell after 3.8 billion years of evolution.
These meditative practices are based on the book RECOVERING A SENSE OF THE SACRED: CONVERSATIONS WITH THOMAS BERRY by Carolyn Toben.