Articles related to "Psalter"



Psalmody, Worship, Singing and Composing Psalms
In Ephesians 5:19 (NIV), Paul wrote, "Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord."
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The Black Death and Medieval Art
Images of death and the macabre produced during the Medieval era were highly influenced by the Black Plague that spread across Europe during the mid-14th century.
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The Book of Kells
Further description of the uses of illuminated manuscripts, the importance of their decoration and illustration, and discussion of three masterpieces of medieval manuscripts: The Book of Kells, The Lindisfarne Gospels, and Les Tres Riches Heures.
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History of While Shepherds Watched
Short history of the Christmas carol "While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night," a best-loved Nativity song.
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The Lord's My Shepherd Hymn
Brief history of the sacred song "The Lord's My Shepherd," with lyrics from the Scottish Psalter, composed by Jessie Irvine.
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Book Review-The Book of Simple Medicines
It isn't every day that I find a book that is good enough to deserve its own special book review. But then, "The Book of Simple Medicines" by Matthaeus Platearius, published by Moleiro Editor, S.A., is no ordinary title.
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Bible Manuscripts – Book Review
Bible Manuscripts looks at Christian Bibles from 2nd Century Egyptian and Greek fragments to the Psalter of Henry VIII, the Lindisfarne Gospels and the Codex Sinaiticus.
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Christina of Markyate
In medieval society most young women accepted the suitors chosen by their parents and they married when they were instructed to do so. But what if they didn't?
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Henry VIII Man and Monarch – Exhibition Review
This exhibition looks at misconceptions about Henry VIII's life - his six wives, the monasteries, the church, the murders, the achievements and his legacy to the nation.
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Our Lady of the Rosary
The origin of this name for Mary goes back to an apparition of the Blessed Virgin to St. Dominic in 1208 in the city of Prouille.
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The Holy Rosary
The Holy Rosary was originally given to the church in the year 1214 A.D., but it was in 2002 that they assumed their complete new form under Pope John Paul II.
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Medieval Art History: A Brief Time line.
While I am working on a longer article on Abbot Suger of St. Denis, I will offer the following brief (and sketchy) Time line of the more significant Medieval artworks and architectural achievements. For a more complete online reference with dates and historical information, I recommend the <b>Ecole Library</b>.
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History of the Christian Hymn
Traces the birth of the Christian hymns and the hymnwriters, most famous was Isaac Watts, known as the 'Father of English Hymnody.'
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Byzantium 330-1453: Exhibition Preview
1000 years of Byzantine art will be displayed in a major exhibition devoted to Byzantium. More than 300 items will be shown including many rare manuscript folios.
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Saint Anthony - Finder of Lost Things
If you've ever broken out in a cold sweat because you've lost something irreplaceable, worry no more because Saint Anthony, the finder of lost things, is on your side.
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Psalm 130
A look at Psalm 130 A lament Psalm
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Episcopal Church History and Beliefs
The Episcopal Church, USA began its history in England and believes in Christ firmly rooted in scripture and openness to God in the world.
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Facts About the Book of Psalms for Bible Study
Even though the psalms were written long ago, there are some interesting facts known about them that can be used in Bible study sessions or youth group activities.
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Henry VIII – Man and Monarch at British Library
Official documents, maps, manuscripts, books, correspondence, portraits, jewellery, tapestry and paintings tell the story of Henry VIII's reign through his own eyes.
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The Coptic Museum of Cairo
The Coptic Museum is one of Cairo's less-known tourist sites, but its displays give a fascinating insight into an ancient people still surviving in Egypt today.
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Our God, Our Help in Ages Past
Notes on the hymn "Our God, Our Help in Ages Past" written by Isaac Watts, music by William Croft, tune name "St. Anne" with Scripture reference, Psalm 90.
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Luther's Tragic Mistake: Part Ten
Luther begins his discussion about the role of the Jews as God's people, beginning with the covenant at Mount Sinai.
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Review: A Simple Way To Pray
Taking a break from the Augsburg COnfession, this week we look at "A Simple Way to Pray," a treatise Luther wrote for his dear friend and barber, Peter Beskendorf. This treatise is timeless and speaks to us in the 21st. century.
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Luther’s Introduction and Short Preface to the Large Catechism
This piece looks at Luther's Introduction and Short Preface to the Large Catechism. In these pieces Luther explains the purpose of writing the catechism and the contents of the Large Catechism.
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