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Category Archives: The theology of the TLM in pictures
THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS# 9
The priest reverently kisses the middle of the altar where rests the altar stone with relics. This kiss is a sign of love and greeting to Christ and His saints who are united with Him in Heaven. Then, turning around, … Continue reading
THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS #8
Standing at the middle of the altar, the priest forms a circle when he extends, elevates and then joins his hands to intone the Gloria. With this gesture we are reminded of God without beginning, without end, the Alpha and … Continue reading
THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS #7
In the Tridentine Mass the Kyrie is recited by the priest alternating with the server(s) in the nine-fold Kyrie. From the Catholic Encyclopedia: “So we have, at least from the eighth century, our present practice [organic development with growth and … Continue reading
THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS #6
The word “introit” derives from the Latin introitus, meaning “entrance”. Properly speaking, it marks the commencement of the actual Sacrifice. The priest reads the Introit in the Missal even when it is also sung by a choir. We call to … Continue reading
THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS #5
The brazen altar of the old Testament was constructed with 4 raised corners, or horns. To each corner was attached a cord and thus there were 4 bands with which to bind the sacrificial victim. According to Ann Catherine Emmerich, … Continue reading
THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS #4
The priest now ascends the steps to the altar of sacrifice while inaudibly he prays: ” Take away from us our iniquities, we beseech Thee, Lord, that with pure minds we may worthily enter into the holy of holies. Through … Continue reading
THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS #3
The Confiteor is prayed twice, first by the priest to confess his sinfulness, then by the server with whom we unite our hearts to confess ours. Both assume the posture of a profound bow while asking God’s forgiveness. We recall … Continue reading
THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS#1
I am going to begin a series using graphics taken from an old book, which hopefully will help people understand what the Mass is. If one’s experience is only with the Novus Ordo, more than likely, the illustrations will make … Continue reading
