Performing the liturgy
Éric Palazzo
In effecting, at the very highest level of existence, connection and constant transactions between man God, tangible universe eternity, liturgy illustrated this propensity [for sensory participation] in an exemplary way. Spectacular, even its smallest aspects, it signified truths faith by means a complex play on senses hearing (through music, chants, reading), sight grandeur edifices; actors, their dress, gestures, dance setting) touch: sacred wall was touched; foot, reliquary, episcopal ring kissed; fragrance incense candlewax inhaled.
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