This series delves into the intricate relationship between religious rituals and their place within society. It explores how worship is shaped by and, in turn, shapes social, cultural, and historical contexts. Offering a fascinating look at how these sacred practices influence community life and identity. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in theology, sociology, or the history of religion.
Mapping uncharted territory in the study of liturgy's past, this book offers a history to contemporary questions around gender and liturgical life. It looks at liturgy's past through the lens of gender history, understood as attending not only to the historically prominent binary of 'men' and 'women' but to all gender identities.
Christian Worship and Church Buildings in Western Europe 1500-2000
Focusing on the internal arrangements of church buildings in Western Europe from 1500 to 2000, this comprehensive account examines how these designs catered to the liturgical needs of various denominations, including Catholic and Protestant traditions. It explores the Reformation's impact, detailing the architectural evolution of Lutheran, Reformed, Anglican, and Roman Catholic churches, along with insights into the ecclesiological and liturgical movements of the 19th and 20th centuries. The book is richly illustrated and includes guides for further reading and notable buildings to visit.
Lifting a Veil on Liturgy's Past
Focusing on the intersection of gender and liturgical history, this book examines how various gender identities have shaped liturgical practices over time. Berger delves into the experiences of not just men and women, but also inter-sexed individuals, eunuchs, and ascetic virgins. Through historical case studies, the author investigates traditional aspects like liturgical space and eucharistic practices while introducing innovative methodologies for studying the past, offering fresh insights into contemporary discussions on gender within liturgical life.