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In this volume, Nicholas Ayo presents a compendium study of the
Hail Mary, one that is at once historical and exegetical, as well
as critical and meditative. He examines the quintessential Marian
prayer word by word and line by line, analysing each phrase in
itself and in relation to the other phrases, a method that is
designed to enable readers to study the prayer for maximum
understanding, appreciation and spiritual gain. Ayo considers the
Hail Mary from every angle, taking into consideration its history,
language, literary quality, theory and spirituality. In addition to
an in-depth study of the prayer itself, "The Hail Mary" includes an
overview of the larger issues of Marian theory and devotion, a
review of Mary in the biblical scriptures and in the apocrypha and
a summary review of the place of the Virgin Mary in the hearts and
prayers of Christian men and women. Although Ayo treats the Hail
Mary as it is known today, he also provides an anthology of
commentary on the prayer from over the centuries, including the
reflections of such writers as Thomas Aquinas, Matilda of Helfta
and Caryll Houselander, among others. This study should be of
interest to clergy and all Christians who seek a greater
undestanding of the fundamentals of their faith and devotion.
From its probable beginnings as an interrogatory creed for
catechumens to its current place in the Sunday liturgy, the
Apostoles' Creed has played an integral role in the sacraments of
the church. The symbol of faith, as it was called by generations of
Christians, was not only a vehicle of orthodox instruction but a
profession of faith of profound beauty and meaning to be memorized
and pondered for a lifetime. It is this Creed, a lasting
achievement of the Christian tradition that Nicholas Ayo, C.S.C.,
presents to the general reader in The Creed as Symbol. A meditative
yet thought-provoking study, this volume presents the Apostles'
Creed as more than a basic confession of faith but as a
symbol/metaphor of the mystery of God. Ayo holds that the Apostles'
Creed is a sacred poem, an ancient psalm, holy and beautiful in its
form as well as in its content. Basic literary criticism and
linguistics are used to explicate the figurative body of the
Creed-its words-as well as the theological meditation of its
soul-the mysteries it seeks to teach. And as Ayo balances the study
of the medium with the message, he does so with the conviction that
the two are inextricably linked together and can never be
separated. Ayo divides the Apostoles' Creed into its 12
historically recognized articles, each with its own chapter. In
addition to his introduction, Ayo has included a brief history of
the Creed's formation, a full summary of the ideas covered, an
appendix containing differing versions of the Creed, a
bibliography, and complete notes. This work is an ideal companion
piece to any student religious text or standing alone, as a parish
renewal source book or primary text for catechumens. The Creed as
Symbol will enrich anyone's understanding of the Creed, the
perennial and core doctrine of Christianity.
Every year, thousands of people pilgrimmage to South Bend, Indiana
to visit the campus of the University of Notre Dame for sporting
events, academic conferences, or just for a tour. From the Golden
Dome on top of the main building, to the grotto hidden behind the
Basilica of the Sacred Heart, to the mural of 'Touchdown Jesus'
that covers the wall of the Hesburgh Library, the structures and
architecture of the campus hold special meaning for these visitors.
In Signs of Grace Father Nicholas Ayo, C.S.C., a Holy Cross priest
and a professor in the Program of Liberal Studies at Notre Dame
explores some of the places on the cmapus made famous by television
and movies, such as 1993's 'Rudy.' But he also delves deep into the
hidden or unknown areas of campus that even some students may never
have seen. His thoughtful and spiritual musings are the perfect
guide to a campus tour or just as a vivid picture of the spiritual
place that is Notre Dame.
The Gloria Patri has been prayed from the beginnings of
Christianity. In this one-sentence prayer, time and eternity are
combined in a compressed expression of doxology, praise of God. In
this brief but comprehensive book, Father Ayo examines the riches
in this prayer: the philological, historical, and theological
origins of Christian prayer itself, and the profound spiritual
implications of the Gloria Patri. At the heart of Christian prayer
and at the heart of Christian liturgy we always find worship,
honor, and praise of God as revealed in Jesus Christ. In Gloria
Patri, Father Ayo examines the lesser doxology word by word, in
both its various translations and the history of their combination
and controversies. He adds to that an exploration of the boundless
meanings of praise of the Triune God it encompasses. After reading
Gloria Patri, no one can again take for granted this humble
sentence.
Next to the Lord's Prayer, the Hail Mary may well be the most
recited prayer in Catholic Christendom. In this volume, which
comprises the most thorough and comprehensive book-length study of
the Hail Mary available, Nicholas Ayo, C.S.C., presents a
compendium study of this ancient prayer, one that is at once
historical and exegetical as well as critical and meditative. Here
he thoughtfully examines the quintessential Marian prayer word by
word and line by line, analyzing each phrase in itself and in
relation to the other phrases, a method that will enable readers to
study the prayer for maximum understanding, appreciation, and
spiritual gain. With a balance of clarity and insight, Ayo
considers the Hail Mary from every angle, taking into consideration
its history, language, literary quality, theology, and
spirituality. His reflections reveal a deeper spiritual
appreciation for the particular genius of the Ave Maria, which,
when combined with an enhanced knowledge of it, will help readers
gain a more meaningful understanding of this treasured prayer. In
addition to an in-depth study of the pray itself, The Hail Mary
includes an overview of the larger issues of Marian theology and
devotion, a review of Mary in the biblical scriptures and in the
apocrypha, and a summary review of the place of the Virgin Mary in
the hearts and prayers of Christian men and women. Although Ayo
treats the Hail Mary as it is known today, he also provides an
anthology of commentary on the prayer from over the centuries,
including the reflections of such writers as Thomas Aquinas,
Matilda of Helfta, and Caryll Houselander, and others. This
insightful study will be useful for clergy, religious, and all
Christians who seek a greater understanding of the fundamentals of
their faith and devotion.
From its probable beginnings as an interrogatory creed for
catechumens to its current place in the Sunday liturgy, the
Apostoles' Creed has played an integral role in the sacraments of
the church. The symbol of faith, as it was called by generations of
Christians, was not only a vehicle of orthodox instruction but a
profession of faith of profound beauty and meaning to be memorized
and pondered for a lifetime. It is this Creed, a lasting
achievement of the Christian tradition that Nicholas Ayo, C.S.C.,
presents to the general reader in The Creed as Symbol. A meditative
yet thought-provoking study, this volume presents the Apostles'
Creed as more than a basic confession of faith but as a
symbol/metaphor of the mystery of God. Ayo holds that the Apostles'
Creed is a sacred poem, an ancient psalm, holy and beautiful in its
form as well as in its content. Basic literary criticism and
linguistics are used to explicate the figurative body of the
Creed-its words-as well as the theological meditation of its
soul-the mysteries it seeks to teach. And as Ayo balances the study
of the medium with the message, he does so with the conviction that
the two are inextricably linked together and can never be
separated. Ayo divides the Apostoles' Creed into its 12
historically recognized articles, each with its own chapter. In
addition to his introduction, Ayo has included a brief history of
the Creed's formation, a full summary of the ideas covered, an
appendix containing differing versions of the Creed, a
bibliography, and complete notes. This work is an ideal companion
piece to any student religious text or standing alone, as a parish
renewal source book or primary text for catechumens. The Creed as
Symbol will enrich anyone's understanding of the Creed, the
perennial and core doctrine of Christianity.
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