Publisher's Synopsis
This complete edition of the Book of Common Prayer with the Scottish Liturgy dates to 1912 includes all of the original charts and calendars listing the ceremonial religious events. This, together with all prayers, psalms and liturgical instructions.
This superb record of the Scottish Episcopal Church details how the church functioned day-to-day, and the prayers which were approved for use by serving ministers. Beginning with a series of charts which chronicle the important dates and festivals of the Christian year, the book progresses to include a variety of different traditions; for instance how priests must conduct baptism of babies and adults, render religious assistance to the sick and dying, and oversee burials certain that bodies are properly put to rest.
The Book of Common Prayer contains entries relevant to the occasions and times of the year. Both it and the liturgical portions of this book frequently reference the Holy Bible, that the traditions and instructions espoused are shown to rightly reflect the Biblical lore. That the sacramental procedures properly conform to both ancient tradition and the words of the Lord Jesus Christ was of the greatest concern to the generations of churchmen who compiled this text.
Although primarily designed for use by serving clergymen, this work offers great historical insight into the evolving functions and roles Scotland's church played in society. The contents are themselves adapted from earlier editions; readers of a scholarly background will find comparative analysis between this and other versions to be of fruitful use for their researches. Everyday Christians curious of the Episcopal and Scots traditions are sure to find much to appreciate also.
In all, this book sheds abundant light upon the Scottish church and its rich liturgical customs. The organization of the church, its year-round duties on holy days and in the lives of believers, and its deep-rooted adherence to pious tradition is plain to appreciate and respect.
