Themes and Variations for a Christian Doxology: Being the Clinton Lectures, Delivered Spring Semester, 1989, University of Dubuque Theological Seminary, Dubuque, IowaAuthor "weaves the five biblical voices of invocation, proclamation, wisdom, prophecy, and covenant into a chorus of theology as praise. Starting from the two Testaments, he develops his themes through the history of Christian worship with variations embracing not only rites and prayers but also art, music, and, above all, hymnody. The book will help the reading pastor to construct and conduct a rich service with the Lord's people on the Lord's Day"--Back cover. |
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... acclamation . Like the acclamations that greeted the arrival of an earthly king , these liturgical acclamations greeted the presence of the heavenly sovereign . The essential point of an acclamation is that it recognizes the presence of ...
... acclamation . Like the acclamations that greeted the arrival of an earthly king , these liturgical acclamations greeted the presence of the heavenly sovereign . The essential point of an acclamation is that it recognizes the presence of ...
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... Acclamation is at the core of the biblical concept of praise . In fact , it is so basic to the concept of praise that one could say that all the hymns of praise found in the Bible spring from that basic acclamation , “ Hallelujah ...
... Acclamation is at the core of the biblical concept of praise . In fact , it is so basic to the concept of praise that one could say that all the hymns of praise found in the Bible spring from that basic acclamation , “ Hallelujah ...
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... acclamation “ Hal- lelujah . ” This introductory and concluding acclamation af- firms the presence of the God who is enthroned on the praises of Israel and who is revealed in steadfast love and faithfulness . Even when Moses received ...
... acclamation “ Hal- lelujah . ” This introductory and concluding acclamation af- firms the presence of the God who is enthroned on the praises of Israel and who is revealed in steadfast love and faithfulness . Even when Moses received ...
Contents
Doxology as the Theology of Worship | 1 |
Epicletic Doxology | 17 |
Kerygmatic Doxology | 41 |
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