The Meters of Quantitative Hymns in the Old and the New Breviary

'The Meters of Quantitative Hymns in the Old and the New Breviary' is a scholarly examination of the structural and rhythmic foundations of liturgical poetry. Written by James A. Colligan, S.J., this work provides a meticulous analysis of the quantitative meters used in the hymns of the Roman Breviary, comparing the traditional versions with the revisions introduced in later liturgical reforms.The book serves as an essential guide for students of hymnology and Latin prosody, detailing the specific rules of versification that govern these sacred compositions. By exploring various poetic forms-such as the iambic dimeter and the Sapphic stanza-the text illuminates the technical craftsmanship behind some of the most enduring hymns of the Catholic Church. Colligan’s study highlights the evolution of liturgical prayer and the preservation of classical meter within a Christian context.Whether used as a reference for clergy, scholars of ecclesiastical history, or enthusiasts of classical poetry, this volume offers profound insights into the intersection of theology and linguistic art. It remains a valuable resource for understanding the formal beauty and historical continuity of the divine office.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.