Definition: The word "antiphonaries" comes from Greek, meaning "speech," referring to a poetic form used in ancient Christian hymns, where verses are combined into one continuous text. Definition: An antiphonary, also known as an "antiphonic," is a poem that combines multiple stanzas of one or more individual prayers or hymn forms into one cohesive piece. The purpose is often to express the essence of God's Word in a concise and memorable way. Antiphonaries were used by early Christian communities in their worship services, especially during times of distress or special occasions. Example antiphonal: "Lord, we pray for your peace in this world. In heaven, Lord, we sing your praise. Amen."
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