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Lost in Translation: Meditating on the Orations of the Traditional Roman Rite

Lost in Translation: Meditating on the Orations of the Traditional Roman Rite

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"Lost in Translation: Meditating on the Orations of the Traditional Roman Rite" by Michael P. Foley explores the literary masterpiece of orations in the Traditional Latin Mass. This book offers deep insights into the Collect, Secret, and Postcommunion prayers, highlighting their poetic rhythm and artistic nuances. Perfect for those seeking to enhance their appreciation of liturgical beauty and deepen their spiritual connection. See more...

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  • Learn about the orations of the Roman Rite
  • Collect, Secret, & Postcommunion
  • Brilliant gems introduced for each Sunday of the year
  • Many saint & feast days
  • Prayers that will delight you as they deepen your love of liturgy
At every celebration of the traditional Latin Mass, one of the greatest achievements of Christian culture passes by virtually unnoticed. The orations of the Roman Rite—the Collect, Secret, and Postcommunion—are literary masterpieces: a unique species of rhetoric, they ingeniously combine tight structure, poetic rhythm, literary order, succinct imagery, and a panoply of human experience.

These brilliant gems are underappreciated because much of their splendor comes from their deft exploitation of Latin, which, like any other language, has its own ecosystem and way of doing things. As a result, even the best translations will leave something out. Lost in Translation was written to introduce readers to these gems even if they do not know Latin. In its pages Michael Foley explains one or more orations for every Sunday of the Church year and for a number of saints’ feast days, unearthing the subtle nuances and vivid images that make these prayers such a delight. The result is a new portal into the beauty of sacred liturgy and the mystery of our redemption.


SKU: 1012063

  • Author: Michael P. Foley
  • 302 Pages
  • Paperback

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