Liturgik

Gerardus van der Leeuw (1890-1950), a Reformed theologian, was instrumental in the liturgical renewal movement in the Dutch Reformed Church. His numerous publications contribute much to the study of liturgical themes and to the stimulation of reforms in the liturgical life of his Church. His "Liturgiek" (1946) is now available for the first time in German translation. In addition to the annotated text, the volume contains a historical-theological introduction as well as essays by renowned researchers in the field of liturgy and liturgical studies who take a stand on Van der Leeuw's statements from different confessional points of view. Even 70 years after its appearance, Gerardus van der Leeuw's "Liturgiek" has the potential in many respects, both in liturgical reflection and in concrete liturgical work today.