Books Quote by Robert W. Chambers
““As it recurred again and again, it set me thinking of what my architect's books say about the custom in early times to consecrate the choir as soon as it was built, and that the nave, being finished sometimes half a century later, often did not get any blessing at all: I””
About This Quote
Source Book: The King in Yellow by Robert W. Chambers, 1895
Early churches often blessed the choir immediately, while the nave sometimes remained unblessed for decades, reflecting differing ritual priorities.
In simple terms: Choir was blessed early; nave often not.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that rituals may be unevenly applied.
Themes
religion
history
ritual
architecture
tradition
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
historical
theological
When to use this quote
- church construction
- heritage preservation
- liturgical planning
- historical research
Key Concepts
Ecclesiology
temporal disparity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do early rituals affect later structures?
- Should all parts of a building receive equal ceremonial attention?
A Different Perspective
Blessings may not guarantee lasting significance.
