The Symbolism of Churches and Church Ornaments: A Translation of the First Book of the Rationale Divinorum Officiorum (1906)

""The Symbolism Of Churches And Church Ornaments"" is a book that provides a translation of the first book of ""Rationale Divinorum Officiorum"" by William Durandus, originally published in 1906. The book explores the symbolism behind various aspects of churches and their ornaments, including the architecture, layout, and various objects used during religious ceremonies. Durandus delves into the historical and theological significance of each element, providing a detailed analysis of their symbolic meaning and how they relate to the Christian faith. This book offers a fascinating insight into the rich history and symbolism of churches, making it an essential read for anyone interested in religious history or symbolism.With An Introductory Essay And Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.