Pius V promulgates a revised Roman Missal
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Quo Primum introduces the revised Roman Missal after Trent and directs its use in churches following the Roman rite.
Historical context
The printed missal belongs to a wider program of revising liturgical and teaching books. Its scope and exceptions matter for understanding Catholic liturgical diversity.
Key points
- The constitution describes editorial comparison with older manuscripts.
- It directs priests toward a common printed form of the Mass.
- It preserves exceptions for certain rites or customs of more than two centuries' standing.
People
- Pius V
Sources and further reading
- Quo Primum
The promulgation's purpose, prescribed use, and historical exceptions.