The Meaning of the Sacramental Symbols: Answers to Today's QuestionsIn this comprehensive examination of the symbols of worship, Richter traces their origins, what they have meant through the centuries, and whether their meaning is clear for today's Christians, as the author looks at these symbols in the light of liturgical reform. For those who look to the liturgy as the primary expression of the Church as the Body of Christ, this book is essential reading. |
Contents
Do Symbols Have to Be Learned? | 25 |
Why Are Our Celebrations So Barren of Sensible | 34 |
Community as Fundamental Symbol | 40 |
Liturgical Reform and Church Reform Are Inseparable | 46 |
Introduction to Sacramental Symbols | 54 |
Sacramental Formulae | 63 |
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An Alienating Symbol? | 139 |
Reservation of the Eucharist | 157 |
ELEMENTARY SYMBOLS IN WORSHIP | 159 |
The Easter Candle as Sensible Image of Christ | 161 |
Nongenuine Candles? | 164 |
What Does Incense Symbolize? | 166 |
The Gospel Book as Symbol of the Word of God | 170 |
Liturgical Books as Expressions of Our Concept of Liturgy | 172 |
The Hunger ClothRevival of a Lost Symbol | 175 |
Bodily Symbols of Faith | 141 |
PLACES FOR WORSHIP ACTIVITIES | 143 |
The Altar as Symbol of the Eucharistic Celebration | 145 |
The Place for Proclamation | 151 |
The Presiders Chair | 155 |
Expressive Symbols? | 177 |
Green or White on Sundays? | 180 |
The Symbol of Ashes | 182 |
Common terms and phrases
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