Publisher's Synopsis
""The Symbolism of Churches and Church Ornaments"" is a book that provides a translation of the first book of ""The Rationale Divinorum Officiorum"" by William Durandus. This book explores the symbolism behind various aspects of churches and their decorations, such as the altar, the cross, and the vestments worn by priests. Durandus delves into the meaning behind these symbols and how they relate to the religious beliefs and practices of the Catholic Church. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in the history and symbolism of religious practices and artifacts, as well as for scholars of medieval theology and art. Originally published in 1906, this translation provides modern readers with access to a classic work on the subject.With An Introductory Essay And Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
