Candles In The Roman Rite (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161641219)

Candles In The Roman Rite is a book written by Edwin Ryan that delves into the history and significance of candles in the Roman Catholic Church. The book explores the various types of candles used in the liturgy, including the Paschal candle, altar candles, and processional candles, and their symbolism and meaning in the context of the Church's teachings and traditions.Ryan also discusses the practical aspects of candle use in the liturgy, such as the rules for lighting and extinguishing candles, the placement of candles on the altar, and the use of candle snuffers. The book provides a detailed analysis of the role of candles in the various sacraments and rites of the Church, including baptism, confirmation, marriage, and the anointing of the sick.In addition to its historical and theological insights, Candles In The Roman Rite also offers practical advice for those involved in the preparation and execution of the liturgy, including priests, deacons, altar servers, and liturgical ministers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the liturgical traditions of the Roman Catholic Church, and provides a comprehensive and insightful look at the role of candles in the Church's worship.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.

Author: Edwin Ryan
ISBN-10: 1161641211
ISBN-13: 9781161641219
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 70
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.02lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d