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Preface
1911 Encyclopedia Britannica
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(Med. Lat. prefatia, for classical praefatio, praefari, to speak beforehand), an introduction to a book,, also any preliminary or introductory statement. In liturgical use the term is applied to that portion of the Eucharistic service which immediately precedes the canon or central portion; the preface, which begins at the words Vere dignum, " It is very meet, right, &c.," is ushered in, in all liturgies, with the Sursum Corda, "Lift up your hearts," and ends with the Sanctus, "Holy, Holy, Holy, &c." In the Western liturgies proper prefaces are appointed for particular occasions (see Liturgy) .
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Chisholm, Hugh, General Editor. Entry for 'Preface'. 1911 Encyclopedia Britanica. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/bri/p/preface.html. 1910.
Chisholm, Hugh, General Editor. Entry for 'Preface'. 1911 Encyclopedia Britanica. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/bri/p/preface.html. 1910.
