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Christian Worship: 100,000 Sundays of Symbols and Rituals

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This book is such a great introduction into the diversity of Christian worship. Most importantly it provides a narrative on how the breadth of Christian worship diversified. In this way the reader can make sense of traditions that appear completely opposed to one another and still claim a common heritage.

This book is an excellent introduction to worship. If you have no idea of the basic terminology of church, liturgy and worship or if you have no idea of the history of Christian worship, this book is a must-have. Great pictures! Good basic unbiased text. Not recommended for anyone who is looking for more depth.

After the first chapter, I must admit I was not impressed with Ramshaw's introduction to this text. While I think she has hit on a valid approach, her introductory chapter was less than engaging. Perhaps that is simply the nature of such introductions to such broad topics. It needs something to make it more concise and not try to cover so much territory. It is clear that this first chapter will need to be reworked for the next edition, should there ever be one. While one does not judge a book by its cover, judging a book by its first chapter is most likely just as dangerous. I will read on, and hope for better content and ideas.

excellent for textbook for early learners in religious studies - easy to read, good glossary in margins, & highlight boxes with points of interest. It focuses on the background of symbolism as it has been used by Judeo-Christian groups.