The Lesser Hours Of The Sarum Breviary (1889) - Paperback

by Swan Sonnenschein and Company (Author)

The Lesser Hours Of The Sarum Breviary (1889) is a book published by Swan Sonnenschein And Company. It is a collection of prayers and devotions that were traditionally recited by members of the clergy and religious orders in medieval England. The Sarum Breviary was a popular liturgical book used in the Salisbury diocese and was widely used throughout England until the Reformation. The book contains the prayers and devotions that were recited during the lesser hours of the day, which included Terce, Sext, and None. The text is presented in Latin with translations in English, making it accessible to a wider audience. The book also includes an introduction that provides historical context and explains the significance of the Sarum Breviary in the liturgical practices of medieval England. Overall, The Lesser Hours Of The Sarum Breviary is a valuable resource for scholars of medieval history, liturgy, and theology, as well as for anyone interested in exploring the religious practices of the past.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.