breviaries

Meanings

• noun

  A collection of abbreviated forms of prayers or liturgical texts used in the Roman Catholic Church.

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Variants

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breviaries , breviary

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Etymology

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From Latin breviarium, meaning 'a short book'.

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Trivia

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1. The first known breviary was created in the 6th century AD by Pope Gregory I.

2. Breviaries were originally written on parchment, which was much more expensive than paper. As a result, they were considered valuable possessions.

3. Some breviaries were decorated with intricate illustrations and calligraphy, making them works of art as well as religious texts.

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Related Concepts

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1. missal: A liturgical book used in the Roman Catholic Church that contains the texts and instructions for the celebration of the Mass.

2. lectionary: A book used in Christian liturgy that contains the texts of the readings from the Old and New Testaments appointed for use in public worship.

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Breviaries have been used in Christianity since the early Middle Ages. They contain the texts for the daily offices, which include psalms, readings, and prayers. They were originally written in Latin and were intended for use by priests and monks.

How to Memorize "breviaries"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, bound book filled with abbreviated religious texts. Visualize the intricate design of the cover and the aged, worn pages.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'breviary' with the idea of a compact, portable collection of prayers. Think of it as a spiritual companion for religious figures.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym B-R-E-V-I-A-R-Y to remember the definition: 'Book of Religious Expressions, Verses, and Instructions for Aiding and Revering Yourself'.

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