Lectionary Calendar
Friday, April 19th, 2024
the Third Week after Easter
the Third Week after Easter
Attention!
Partner with StudyLight.org as God uses us to make a difference for those displaced by Russia's war on Ukraine.
Click to donate today!
Click to donate today!
Bible Dictionaries
Prime
1910 New Catholic Dictionary
Search for…
or Resource Toolbox
Additional Links
(Latin: primus, first)
The first of the day hours of the Divine Office, so called because it was recited at the first hour after sunrise, or about 6 A.M. It is a monastic institution of the 4th century which gradually became of universal observance. It comprises hymn, three psalms, little chapter, respond, martyrology, brief lessons, and prayers invoking God's help for the day. Occasionally the Athanasian Creed and ferial prayers are added.
Copyright Statement
These files are public domain.
Text Courtesy of BibleSupport.com. Used by Permission.
These files are public domain.
Text Courtesy of BibleSupport.com. Used by Permission.
Bibliography Information
Entry for 'Prime'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ncd/p/prime.html. 1910.
Entry for 'Prime'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ncd/p/prime.html. 1910.
