Theophonia the divine voice

Saint Caesarius of Arles; translated by Mary Magdeleine Mueller

Caesarius of Arles: Sermons 1-80

The first volume gathers pastoral exhortations on Christian conduct and worship. Its closing sermons urge attentive participation in church, opposing idle conversation with the prayer and singing offered from the heart.

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Catholic University of America Press · 1956

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  • Pastoral exhortation
  • Attention in worship

Questions for your reading

  • Why does Caesarius treat conversation during worship as a harm to other listeners as well?

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Translation and editing credits: Sister Mary Magdeleine Mueller.