Sacrosanctum Concilium
The constitution on the sacred liturgy — setting out the theological principles for liturgical renewal, the nature of the liturgy as the source and summit of the Church's life, and the norms for the reform of the rites.
Background and Occasion
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Central Teaching
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Key Points
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Theological Significance
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