The Two Books of Common Prayer, Set Forth by Authority of Parliament in the Reign of King Edward the Sixth (Classic Reprint): Compared With Each ... with Each Other, and Edited (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Two historic editions of the Book of Common Prayer come together in one scholarly volume. This edition compares the two early books, shows how they were edited over time, and explains the changes in the context of church history and law. Aided by editor Edward Cardwell, it helps readers understand the development of Anglican worship and doctrine.

This edition is a careful resource for students, researchers, and readers curious about liturgy, church governance, and the beliefs that shaped the era. It presents the texts side by side and provides insightful commentary on how prayers, rites, and articles evolved in practice and authority.

• Includes the original prayers, orders, and articles used in Anglican worship and governance


• Highlights how revisions reflected changes in church leadership and civil authority


• Offers historical context for the Protestant Episcopal Church in America and its ties to the Church of England


• Provides a framework for comparing parallel texts and tracing editorial decisions

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