medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
John Briggs wrote:
> I am still lacking a Sarum Breviary, and am still vaguer about its
> origin, but in general terms the Sarum Use tends to be more elaborate
> than others, but it may well have its origins in those of Normandy,
> specifically Rouen, I believe. I have a suspicion that starting on 16
> December was more widespread in the Middle Ages, and that other Uses
> employed O Virgo Virginum. There is a suggestion of a ninth Antiphon, O
> Thoma Didyme for 21 December, but I can't get to the bottom of that!
>
> John Briggs
There is apparently a modern reprint of the Latin text available, but at the
breathtaking price of $900 (yes, nine hundred dollars).
Many thanks to all of you. I have now found the old posts, and these
combined with the new responses have largely answered my questions.
Gordon
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