The Liturgical Year: Its History and Its Meaning After the Reform of the Liturgy

by Adolf Adam

The liturgical year emanates and derives its growth from the passion and resurrection of Christ. The present year enumerated in the Roman Calendar is the sum of the feasts that have found their set place in the annual cycle. For each of these feasts and the seasons Doctor Adam gives an individual historical-liturgical account. His basic aim is to explain the theological and spiritual substance of the liturgical year against the background of its historical development.

Genres: Religion, Theology

324 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1981

Reviews

[Caleb Blevins · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting read on the history and Scripture behind the church’s liturgical calendar. As a Protestant I disagreed with points and ideas in some places and saw Scripture proofs lacking in chapter 8 on feast days dedicated to saints. A good read nonetheless. The earliest chapters and chapter 9 carry the most value for all Christians.

[Mr S Jarvis · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good reference book

[Patti Clement · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my textbooks for my Worship, Liturgy, and Sacraments course. I like how the author gives an individual historical-liturgical account for each feast and season.