Book of Common Prayer by Thomas Cranmer
and Administration of the Sacraments and Other Rites and Ceremonies of the Church, According to the Use of the Church of England
This religious text, widely used in Christian worship, primarily in Anglican churches, is a collection of prayers, sacraments, and liturgical services. The book was written in the 16th century during the English Reformation and has been revised several times. It includes orders for morning and evening prayers, baptism, confirmation, marriage, funerals, and the Eucharist, and is notable for its beautiful and poetic language.
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- Published
- 1549
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 4066
- Original Language
- English
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