1770 2vol Explicatio Litteralis, Historica, et Dogmatica Antiquarian Books

Explicatio Litteralis, Historica, et Dogmatica - 1770 - Antique Theology BooksExplicatio litteralis, historica, et dogmatica precum, et cærimoniarum Missæ. gallice jam edita; nunc vero a rev. et excell. Joanne Antonio Dalmaso. latine reddita.By Petro Le BrunTypis Caraboli, et Pompeati Socior: Venice 1770Includes All 4 Volumes Bound In 2English Title Translate: "A literal, historical, and dogmatic explanation of the precum and ceremonies of the Mass. already published in French; but now from Rev. and excell. Joanne Antonio Dalmaso. rendered in Latin."General wear and fading to covers and spines as shown. Outer hinges split with covers still holding but fragile. Probably mid to late 1800's rebinds. Pages are remarkably clean with only very light if any age markings. There are no loose pages. Good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.Size 24cm x 19cm x 3.5cm (x 2 volumes)

Explicatio Litteralis, Historica, et Dogmatica - 1770 - Antique Theology Books

Explicatio litteralis, historica, et dogmatica precum, et cærimoniarum Missæ. gallice jam edita; nunc vero a rev. et excell. Joanne Antonio Dalmaso. latine reddita.

By Petro Le Brun

Typis Caraboli, et Pompeati Socior: Venice 1770

Includes All 4 Volumes Bound In 2

English Title Translate: " A literal, historical, and dogmatic explanation of the precum and ceremonies of the Mass. already published in French; but now from Rev. and excell. Joanne Antonio Dalmaso. rendered in Latin."

"Explicatio litteralis, historica, et dogmatica precum, et cærimoniarum Missæ by Petro Le Brun, later translated into Latin by Rev. Joannes Antonius Dalmaso, is a detailed commentary on the prayers and ceremonies of the Catholic Mass. The work offers a literal, historical, and doctrinal explanation of each element, seeking to illuminate both the spiritual meaning and theological significance of the liturgy. Le Brun examines the origins of various prayers, chants, and gestures, situating them within the broader context of Christian tradition and Church history, while also clarifying their symbolic and devotional roles.

The book also serves as a defense of Catholic worship practices against contemporary criticisms, particularly from Protestant reformers who questioned the necessity of ritual and ceremony. By grounding his explanations in Scripture, Patristic writings, and ecclesiastical tradition, Le Brun demonstrates the continuity and authority of the Mass as the central act of Christian worship. The Latin edition, prepared by Dalmaso, ensured the text's accessibility to a wider clerical and scholarly audience, reinforcing its role as both a practical guide to understanding the liturgy and a theological treatise supporting the doctrinal foundations of Catholic worship."

General wear and fading to covers and spines as shown. Outer hinges split with covers still holding but fragile. Probably mid to late 1800's rebinds. Pages are remarkably clean with only very light if any age markings. There are no loose pages. Good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.