Books of Hours

Books of Hours

Author: Editors of Phaidon Press

Publisher: Phaidon Press

Published: 1996-06-13

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780714834641

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A miniature edition of some of the most exquisite medieval manuscripts.


The Little Book of Hours

The Little Book of Hours

Author: Frederica Mathewes-Green

Publisher: Paraclete Press (MA)

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781557255334

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Experience the depth and beauty of an ancient prayer practice as it is celebrated in a modern monastic community At the Church of the Transfiguration on Cape Cod, the Liturgy of the Hours is observed each day by the Community of Jesus, an ecumenical Christian community in the Benedictine monastic tradition. The Liturgy of the Hours is the heartbeat of everyday life, the pulse that sustains and nurtures the community. In this little book, all the richness of these ancient prayers is presented in a modified version for Christians everywhere. The Little Book of Hours provides four weeks of services, with three services for every day, and many additional collects and services. Learn how you can "pray the hours" in the midst of your busy life today. "Prayer is first and foremost about relationship, our relationship with God and our relationship with one another in the Body of Christ. These relationships fill our lives with meaning and purpose. Prayer, then, is not so much an exercise of piety as it is an exchange of love." --from The Little Book of Hours To learn more about the Community of Jesus visit www.communityofjesus.org.


The Little Book of Prayers

The Little Book of Prayers

Author: David Schiller

Publisher: Workman Publishing Company

Published: 2013-09-10

Total Pages: 397

ISBN-13: 0761178694

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The perfect gift for seekers, the curious, and the spiritually hungry, The Little Book of Prayers now has a stunning new cover and a more prayer book–like format. Gathered from holy books and prayer books, from songs and spirituals, spoken traditions and poets, it is an unexpectedly approachable collection of common and uncommon prayers from around the world. The entries, one per page or spread, are chosen for their depth of feeling, beauty of expression, spiritual intensity, and sense of the universal. The book is organized into broad categories of praise, entreaty, contemplation, mourning, and grace; and two indexes—one by authorship, and the other by topic—make it immediately accessible. There are familiar prayers, like the Lord’s Prayer and 23rd Psalm, which, placed in new context, shine with a renewed beauty and wisdom. You’ll find prayers unfamiliar to many in the West, such as the “Opener” from the Koran or the four vows of the Boddhisattva, chanted every evening in Zen monasteries around the world. And the surprising—from the “Prayer of the Unknown Confederate Soldier” to the blues of Lightnin’ Hopkins to the poetry of Rumi. God help us to live slowly: To move simply: To look softly: To allow emptiness: To let the heart create for us. Amen. —Michael Leunig You, whose day it is, make it beautiful. Get out your rainbow colors, so it will be beautiful. —Nootka Song


Isabelle Boursier's Book of Hours, a Dismembered Manuscript from Mary Benson's Collection

Isabelle Boursier's Book of Hours, a Dismembered Manuscript from Mary Benson's Collection

Author: Carla Rossi

Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing

Published: 2024-03-08

Total Pages: 377

ISBN-13: 1036400441

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This book provides a detailed exploration of profit-driven biblioclasm, centring on the case of a Book of Hours, part of the Brooklyn Museum’s holdings until 2021. Facing financial difficulties exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the museum chose to deaccession and sell various pieces, among which was a manuscript from the Mary Benson bequest of 1919, later dismembered by an American dealer who had purchased it at auction. Whilst examining the moral complexities surrounding these sales and the destruction of irreplaceable European cultural artifacts, the book uncovers the identity of the original owner of the manuscript, and provides a digital reconstruction of the original text. This book not only brings to light a critical occurrence but also discusses wider issues of cultural conservation and ethical responsibility in the art world. Its global significance and focus on a notable event in art history render it an indispensable read for those dedicated to safeguarding our collective cultural heritage.


Women's Books of Hours in Medieval England

Women's Books of Hours in Medieval England

Author: Charity Scott-Stokes

Publisher: DS Brewer

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 1843843005

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English translation of a variety of texts from women's books of hours, with introduction, notes, and an interpretive essay. The book of hours is said to have been the most popular book owned by the laity in the later Middle Ages. This volume brings together a selection of texts taken from books of hours known to have been owned by women. While some will be familiar from bibles or prayer-books, others have to be sought in specialist publications, often embedded in other material, and a few have not until now been available at all in modern editions or translations. The texts arecomplemented by an introduction setting the book of hours in its context, an interpretive essay, glossary and annotated bibliography.


The Little Book of Rootwork

The Little Book of Rootwork

Author: Paris Ajana

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2022-04-12

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1646041879

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Explore the world of hoodoo with an experienced rootworker in this friendly, accessible guide to rituals, spells, and other traditional folk magic. Rootwork, also known as hoodoo or conjure, is an African American folk magic influenced by a blend of African beliefs, traditions, and cultures. This book includes step-by-step guidance for over 80 rituals, spells, and techniques that can help manifest your goals and transform your life. Written by a descendant of African American and Filipino rootworkers, Paris Ajana (also known as the Hoodoo Goddess) guides you on a spiritual journey, teaching skills such as: Preparing altars and sacred spaces Crystal spells, herb magic, and candle creation Constructing mojo bags, doll babies, and honey jars And much more! Learn to connect with the spirits of your ancestors to invigorate your mind, body, and soul as you delve into the mystical world of rootwork.


The Little Book of Kent

The Little Book of Kent

Author: Alexander Tulloch

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2011-08-01

Total Pages: 145

ISBN-13: 0750953977

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The Little Book of Kent is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Here we find out about the most unusual crimes and punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons and daughters and literally hundreds of wacky facts (plus some authentically bizarre bits of historic trivia). Alex Tulloch's new book gathers together a myriad of data on Kent. There are lots of factual chapters but also plenty of frivolous details which will amuse and surprise. This is an ideal book to have by your bedside or to while away the hours on a long train journey. And if you like to take part in pub quizzes (or set them) then you will find this book a veritable treasure trove of useful information as well as just fascinating trivia. Who knew, for instance, that Laurel and Hardy cut the ribbon when the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch narrow gauge railway was reopened after the war?


The Little Book of The

The Little Book of The

Author: Larry Verch

Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing

Published: 2017-04-19

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 1457551667

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This book was really begun in 1963 when I attended a creative writing course in college. Having been an avid reader all my life it seemed a great way to see a story from the writer’s perspective. It became a comfortable, relaxing escape. Most of my inspirations came unexpectedly through dreams. Some of the stories took place over several nights. There is really no on going theme in this book. Rather a randomness of thoughts. This book contains, in a sense, an analysis of sadness, love, anger and frustration. As well a child’s view of simplistic events. I wrote these poems and stories because I wanted to. I published them in a book because I can.