Routledge - Liturgy and Devotion in the Crusader States

Explore a new dimension of historical research with Liturgy and Devotion in the Crusader States by Routledge. This volume approaches the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem through the lens of liturgy in history, offering a fresh perspective on how religious practices shaped society. By analyzing the total liturgical experience, this work examines the visual, emotional, motile, olfactory, and aural elements that defined religious life. This sensory approach helps readers understand the specific messages that liturgy was designed to convey to its participants. This collection of chapters demonstrates how combining narrative sources with liturgical documents provides a deeper understanding of the past. Use these methods to decode political circumstances and inter-group relations within the Crusader States. It is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in ancient history, civilization, and the study of religious ritual as historical evidence.