Routledge Daily Liturgical Prayer: Origins and Theology

Explore the historical evolution of daily prayer with Daily Liturgical Prayer: Origins and Theology. Part of the Liturgy, Worship and Society Series, this book by Gregory Woolfenden traces the development of daily rites from the New Testament and Patristic period through the Reformation and Renaissance to the modern era. This scholarly work examines a wide range of traditions, including Pre-Crusader Constantinopolitan, East and West Syrian, Coptic, Ethiopian, and both Roman and non-Roman Western rites. By analyzing structure, texts, and ceremonial practices, the text provides a comprehensive look at how daily worship has shaped religious life over centuries. Readers will find a survey of contemporary scholarship and a concluding critique of modern liturgical revision. This book raises important questions regarding current liturgical changes, making it a valuable resource for those studying the history and theology of Christian worship.