The Book Of Common Prayer: 1662 Version (Everyman's Library CLASSICS)

This is a very nice book. But, when I read, "This reprint of the 1662 version features appendices from the 1549 version," in the description, I got the impression it was a reprint/facsimili using the contents of the *original* (printed in 1662) version of the Book of Common Prayer without the modern updates. It is not.This edition is the standard updated version of the 1662 Book of Common Prayer used today in the Church of England. It includes the 1922 updates to the lessons. It includes the updates to the current Monarchy (Elizabeth, Charles, etc.). The tables for finding specific holy days begin in 1999. While it includes the contents of the 1662 edition, it also includes all the modern updates.I was looking for a reproduction of the exact contents of the 1662 edition (even with Elizabethan English spelling--"s"s look like "f"s) so I was a little disappointed.However, I already have a copy of the Oxford and Cambridge editions of the current 1662 Book of Common Prayer and this version is much nicer. It's larger, has a more sturdy binding, and has a beautiful layout and typeface.If you are looking for the current version of the 1662 Book of Common Prayer, this edition is *very* good. If you are looking for a reproduction of the Book of Common Prayer as printed in 1662, this is not it.

Having not come from an Anglican background it took me a while to get use to the flow and really how to use this resource. However, once I started to understand it, this book has become incredibly important in the life of my church. The orders and layout is helpful and the text is classic.

This is a beautiful edition of the BCP. Very well done, and the aesthetics are fantastic. It gets 4 stars because its not great for daily use. Its great for the book shelf, and occasionally getting out for the extras. But if you want a BCP to use every day, there are better options out there. If you want one for occasional reference, and to look really nice, this one is perfect.

I like this book. It is an anchor to steady my thoughts and feelings. I find the prayers in this book a comfort. A companion, balm for my soul. It is good reading in between the times when I am doing the "Golden Key" of Emmett Fox and "Know the Truth" of Christian Science.

It's great to have a print copy of this classic BCP which has set the standard for all subsequent offerings, save that of the not so Common Worship of the C. Of E. It is a no frills version, but the paper quality and type set are fine and make a great addition to anyone's theological and practical library. Really a must have.

Contains some of the most eloquent English language available within two covers. Rivals the King James Bible for its grace and dignity.

The 1662 BCP is a classic of Christianity, and the standard for Anglican churches worldwide today. Who wouldn't love a prayer book containing a service of thanksgiving for Guy Fawkes Day, or for before going into sea battle?

One of the foundation stones of modern English, the others being the King James Bible, and the works of Shakespeare. A real work of linguistic art.