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The Mass of the Early Christians, 2nd Edition,Used
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What did the first Christians believe about the Eucharist?How did they follow Jesus' command, 'Do this in remembrance of me'?How did they celebrate the Lord's Day?What would they recognize in today's Mass?The answers may surprise you.In The Mass of the Early Christians, respected author, scholar, and television host Mike Aquilina reveals the Church's most ancient Eucharistic beliefs and practices. Using the words of the early Christians themselves from many documents and inscriptions Aquilina traces the history of the Mass from Jesus' lifetime through the fourth century. That the Mass stood at the center of the Church's life is evident in the Scriptures, as well as the earliest Christian sermons, letters, artwork, tombstones, and architecture. Even the pagans bore witness to the Mass in the records of their persecutions.These legacies from the early Church bear witness to the same worship Catholics know today: the altar, the priest, the chalice of wine, the bread, the Sign of the Cross ... the 'Lord, have mercy' ... the 'Holy, holy, holy' ... and the Communion.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Mass of the Early Christians'? A: The book explores the beliefs and practices of the early Christians regarding the Eucharist and how they celebrated the Lord's Day.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Mike Aquilina, who is a respected scholar, television host, and author known for his work on early Church history.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the 2nd edition of 'The Mass of the Early Christians', published on May 30, 2007.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in Christian history? A: Yes, it is suitable for anyone interested in Christian history, particularly the early Church and its practices.
- Q: Does the book include references to early Christian documents? A: Yes, it includes the words of early Christians from various documents and inscriptions to trace the history of the Mass.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can this book help understand modern Catholic Mass? A: Yes, it connects early Christian practices with what is recognized in today's Catholic Mass.
- Q: What themes are covered in the book? A: Themes include the Eucharist, early Christian worship, the significance of the Mass, and historical testimonies from both Christians and pagans.