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Designed as a general introduction to Christian liturgy, this book explores the meaning, history, and practice of worship in Eastern and Western, Catholic and Protestant traditions. Its chapters cover the theology of worship, the historical development of Eucharist and the Prayer Offices, the lectionary and customs of the church year, other sacramental rites, and the use of music and the arts. As...

“Glory” (kabod, doxa) is a heavily charged word in the Bible. It has to do with God’s character and reputation. It is the sign of God’s actual presence in the world. God’s glory descended into the tabernacle when God was present and so filled the tent that even Moses could not enter it (Exod. 40:34–35). Moses’ own countenance was transfigured when he was in the presence of God and he had to put a veil over his face (Exod. 34:29–35). In the incarnation the eternal Word of God took on human flesh in
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