Tasting Heaven on Earth: Worship in Sixth-Century Constantinople (The Church at Worship: Case Studies from Christian History)

Synopsis

The Church At Worship Is A New Series Of Documentary Case Studies Of Specific Worshiping Communities From Around The World And Throughout Christian History. In This Second Volume, Tasting Heaven On Earth, Walter Ray Provides Vivid Descriptions Of Constantinople, Its History, Its People, And Its Worship Practices, Which Set The Stage For A Rich Selection Of Primary Documents That Present Readers With A Vibrant Snapshot Of Byzantine Christianity In The Sixth Century. -- Publisher's Description. Locating The Worshiping Community. The Context Of The Worshiping Community : Sixth-century Constantinople -- Timeline -- Liturgical Landscape -- Geographical Landscape -- Cautions For Studying Constantinople's Worship History -- Significant Themes And Practices To Observe -- Exploring The Worshiping Community. Describing The Community's Worship : Constantinople In The Sixth Century -- Documenting The Community's Worship. People And Artifacts -- Worship Setting And Space -- Descriptions Of Worship -- Order Of Service And Texts -- Sermons -- Polity Documents -- Assisting The Investigation. Why Study Constantinople's Worship? Suggestions For Devotional Use -- Why Study Constantinople's Worship? Discussion Questions For Small Groups -- Why Study Constantinople's Worship? A Guide For Different Disciplines And Areas Of Interest. Walter D. Ray. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.