Seven Bells to Bethlehem: The O Antiphons of Advent

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Gracewing Publishing, 1995 - Music - 133 pages
Among the most beautiful prayers ever composed, the 'O' Antiphons have for twelve centuries voiced the Church's longing for Christ's Coming at Christmas. In this remarkable book Oliver Treanor explores the rich biblical background to each Antiphon and, drawing on the spiritual tradition of the Fathers and the teachings of Vatican II as well, leads us to the deep sources of meditation that lie within the texts. Here is an ideal Advent companion for individuals or groups seeking to recharge their spirituality for Christmas - and indeed throughout the year. For the 'O' Antiphons guide us beyond Advent into the entire mystery of salvation, bringing us beyond the Christmas season to the Paschal Mystery itself. It is in fact a book for all seasons. Oliver Treanor is author of Mother of the Redeemer, Mother of the Redeemed; he has written for L'Osservatore Romano, Priests and People, Religious Life Review, Theology Digest and many other journals. He has worked for five years as a producer and broadcaster at Vatican Radio.

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Contents

Two O Wisdom
17
Three O Adonai
30
Four O Root of Jesse
43
Five O Key of David
57
Six O Rising Sun
73
Seven O King of Nations 79
94
Eight O Emmanuel 93
112
Nine This Hallowed Time 103
125
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