The Art of Public Prayer: Not for Clergy Only
- ISBN-10
- 1893361063
- ISBN-13
- 9781893361065
- Category
- Jewish way of life
- Pages
- 288
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1999
- Publisher
- SkyLight Paths Publishing
- Author
- Lawrence A. Hoffman
Description
For laypeople and clergy of any denomination. Examines how and why religious ritual works or doesn't. Uses social science, theology and common sense to explain the key roles symbolism and liturgy can play in meaningful and fulfilling communal worship."
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- 1999-04-01
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- 2014-07-18
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