Summary
In a direct commentary during the CIEL conference, Rev. Prof. Łukasz Celiński explored the historical and structural evolution of rite transfers and preparation rituals in the Hispanic-Mozarabic Eucharist. His analysis spans from Visigothic times to the post-Second Vatican Council period. The Visigotic era is characterized by the use of a ritual called “offertorium,” which, despite its name, is linked to sacrificial elements rather than liturgical discourse. This period is documented through sources such as Isidore’s De ecclesiasticis officiis and the León Antiphoner. Following this, Celiński discussed the Mozarabic rites revived by Cardinal Cisneros, culminating in the Missal mixtum of 1500. This full missal incorporated material from various manuscripts and introduced Roman-style private orations to harmonize with the liturgical structure influenced by the Toletan Missale of 1499. The Ordo missae of Toledo (1875) marked a period of reform, presenting a more stable ritual setup with a reinforced priestly participation and simplified oblation focus towards the Anaphora. The most recent stage is represented by the Hispano-Mozarabic Missal of 1991, which includes significant ritual simplification, notably reducing private orations from the ordinarium missae. Celiński concludes that the historical progression in the Hispanic Mass reflects broader trends among Latin liturgies, including the emergence of private orations and a shift towards more participatory worship.
Key Topics
Sacrificium, Offertorio, Cisneros
