The Matter and Manner of Praise
Author | : Thomas K. McCart |
Publisher | : Drew University Studies in Liturgy |
Total Pages | : 186 |
Release | : 1998 |
ISBN-10 | : STANFORD:36105023088417 |
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Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book The Matter and Manner of Praise written by Thomas K. McCart and published by Drew University Studies in Liturgy. This book was released on 1998 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A historical and critical account of the introduction of hymns as part of the liturgy, showing that such a bonding is neither very ancient nor inevitable. Traces the controversial shift from metrical psalms to hymnody and discusses legal issues and litigation that developed over the change. Intended not as a definitive study but a spark to further research and debate. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR