The Lesser And The Greater Light (1869)

The Lesser and the Greater Light is a book written by John Louis Petit and published in 1869. The book explores the symbolism and meaning behind the use of light in religious and spiritual contexts, particularly in Christianity. The title refers to the two main sources of light in Christian tradition: the sun and the moon, which are often used as metaphors for Christ and the Church. Through a series of essays and reflections, Petit delves into the various ways that light is used in Christian liturgy, art, and architecture, and how it can be interpreted as a symbol of divine grace and illumination. The book is written in a poetic and reflective style, and includes numerous illustrations and examples from Christian history and tradition. Overall, The Lesser and the Greater Light is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of the role of light in Christian spirituality, and is sure to be of interest to anyone interested in religious symbolism and iconography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.