"Liturgical Theology" is often a convenient label for any theology that has loosely to do with worship or Eucharist. In this innovative book, David Fagerberg distinguishes liturgical theology from a general theology of worship. In straightforward, clear, concise language, he dilates our definition of liturgy. He proposes two defining attributes of liturgical theology:
(1) lex orandi: it is manifested in the Church's historical rites.
(2) theologia prima: it is theology done by the liturgical community.

The subject matter of this book is how the liturgical assembly makes theological adjustment to its encounter with God. Liturgical theology is therefore the basis for all theology, whether done by a believer in the pew, a monk in the cell, or an academic in the study.

Theologia Prima: What Is Liturgical Theology? is a thorough revision of Dr. Fagerberg's groundbreaking What Is Liturgical Theology? (The Liturgical Press, 1992). It has been reorganized for easier reference and contains new examples as well as more anecdotal material derived from Dr. Fagerberg's extensive experience as a teacher and theologian.

This title is part of the Hillenbrand Books imprint, studies series.

Hardcover, 6 x 9, 296 pages.