The origins and development of the Divine Office are traced through both Eastern and Western branches of the Church, providing a wealth of historical and liturgical information.
From the small beginnings of a few Christians in New Testament Jerusalem, the prayer of the Church spread, changing and evolving as it met and was assimilated by different cultures.
This classic study is a major resource for the liturgical scholar.
The origins and development of the Divine Office are traced through both Eastern and Western branches of the Church, providing a wealth of historic...
"Robert Taft has written an excellent book. The author's premise that "Europe is in a predicament, and so is America" could not be more timely."
- Jonathan Matusitz
Ever wonder what Muslims worldwide really think about America?
This fast-paced docu-novel treats Islam like never before and tells us exactly what Muslims think. It traces the global creep of the religion and how, why and about when it will consume America. Based on facts, current and future demographics, and the experiences and conversations the author has had with Muslims globally, it chronicles the Islam creep from...
"Robert Taft has written an excellent book. The author's premise that "Europe is in a predicament, and so is America" could not be more timely."
