Cover art for Light on Darkness
Published
Reaktion Books, August 2025
ISBN
9781836390435
Format
Hardcover, 288 pages
Dimensions
21.6cm × 13.8cm

Light on Darkness The Untold Story of the Liturgy

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Light on Darkness: The Untold Story of the Liturgy offers a captivating journey through the history of religious rituals in Western Europe, showcasing the profound impact of Christian liturgy on art, literature, music and architecture. Through ten evocative stories, it explores medieval rituals and their cultural influence up to the present day, providing fresh insights into the enduring legacy of the liturgy as an expression of human emotion and religious experience.

Accessible to all, this guide provides translations and explanations to uncover the hidden treasures of ancient rites and their lasting significance, appealing to those seeking a deeper understanding of Western liturgical traditions.

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