| Author |
Hall, Edward Hagaman, 1858-1936 |
| LoC No. |
24017314
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| Title |
A guide to the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in the city of New York
Fifth Edition
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| Original Publication |
United States: The Laymen's Club of the Cathedral,1920,copyright 1921,copyright 1922,copyright 1924.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"A Guide to the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in the City of New York," by Edward Hagaman Hall, is a guidebook written in the early 20th century. It explores the significance, architecture, and spiritual purpose of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, aiming to inform visitors about its symbolism and the experiences it offers. The book emphasizes an inclusive approach to worship and the community role of the Cathedral, making it accessible to people of all backgrounds. The opening of the guide presents the Cathedral as a monumental institution that serves multiple purposes: a place for spiritual reflection, community gathering, and artistic appreciation. Hall provides insights into the Cathedral's construction history, its aesthetic features, and the emotions it evokes in visitors, such as feelings of humility and inspiration. He also describes its unique position in New York City amidst major institutions, emphasizing its aspiration to nurture the soul through its grandeur and the beautiful artistic expressions woven into its very fabric. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Cathedral of St. John the Divine (New York, N.Y.)
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68112 |
| Release Date |
May 17, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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