Candles in the Roman Rite

 An illuminating study of one of the Church's oldest and most symbolic rituals,  Candles in the Roman Rite  by Fr. John F. Ryan offers a theological, historical, and liturgical exploration of candle usage in Catholic worship. From the sanctuary lamp to the Easter Vigil fire, from altar candles to baptismal lights, this compact yet profound work traces the origins and meanings of candles within the Roman liturgical tradition. Ryan draws on Scripture, Church Fathers, medieval custom