Bücher der Reihe SCM Studies in Worship & Liturgy Series

A comprehensive study on the history and theology of the Eucharist. Aimed at undergraduate and graduate theology students, clergy and theologically literate laity.

Brings together some of the scholarship associated with the sociological analysis of biblical texts into conversation with liturgists and historians of the first century.

The Collect is a form of prayer which is a core part of the liturgical worship of most Christian traditions, certainly in the Christian West. This title draws together a range of scholars who reflect on the history and the development of this form of prayer common to different churches of the western tradition.

Features essays that are worked examples of the importance of interpretation and liturgy, particularly in the light of the growing impact of reception-history, and how this interacts not only with biblical scholarship but with worship and doctrine as well.

Leading historical and liturgical scholars reflect on the history and impact of Book of Common Prayer, the most important liturgical text in English.

Leading historical and liturgical scholars reflect on the history and impact of Book of Common Prayer, the most important liturgical text in English.