The Ecclesiastical Calendar - Samuel Butcher - Bog

The Ecclesiastical Calendar: Its Theory And Construction is a book written by Samuel Butcher in 1877. The book is a comprehensive study of the ecclesiastical calendar, which is used by the Christian church to determine the dates of religious observances and festivals. The book delves into the history of the calendar, its origins, and how it has evolved over time. The author explains the complex mathematical calculations and astronomical observations that are used to determine the dates of important religious events, such as Easter and Christmas. He also discusses the various calendar systems that have been used throughout history, including the Julian and Gregorian calendars. The book is written in a scholarly and academic style, with extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is intended for readers who are interested in the history of the Christian church and its traditions, as well as those who are interested in the science of astronomy and calendrical calculations. Overall, The Ecclesiastical Calendar: Its Theory And Construction is an authoritative and informative study of a complex and important aspect of Christian tradition.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.