Although Ayo treats the Hail Mary as it is known today, he also provides an anthology of commentary on the prayer from over the centuries, including the reflections of such writers as Thomas Aquinas, Matilda of Helfta, and Caryll Houselander, and others. In addition to an in-depth study of the pray itself, The Hail Mary includes an overview of the larger issues of Marian theology and devotion, a review of Mary in the biblical scriptures and in the apocrypha, and a summary review of the place of the Virgin Mary in the hearts and prayers of Christian men and women. It was recorded by hi s secretary and close associate, Reginald of Piperno.
Thomas to the students and to the faithful of Naples in April, 1273. l HIS EXPLANATION of the Hail Mary is a summary of on o f the Lenten sermons preached by St. His reflections reveal a deeper spiritual appreciation for the particular genius of the Ave Maria, which, when combined with an enhanced knowledge of it, will help readers gain a more meaningful understanding of this treasured prayer. THOMAS EXPLANATION OF THE HAIL MARY Translated and Am1otated by LOUIS EVERY, 0.P. With a balance of clarity and insight, Ayo considers the Hail Mary from every angle, taking into consideration its history, language, literary quality, theology, and spirituality. Here he thoughtfully examines the quintessential Marian prayer word by word and line by line, analyzing each phrase in itself and in relation to the other phrases, a method that will enable readers to study the prayer for maximum understanding, appreciation, and spiritual gain.
English as Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you Luke 1. In this volume, which comprises the most thorough and comprehensive book-length study of the Hail Mary available, Nicholas Ayo, C.S.C., presents a compendium study of this ancient prayer, one that is at once historical and exegetical as well as critical and meditative. Known as the Ave, the words of the angel Gabriel to Mary as translated from the Greek to Latin to.
Next to the Lord's Prayer, the Hail Mary may well be the most recited prayer in Catholic Christendom.