A compilation of prayers and liturgical texts traditionally associated with Pope Gregory I (c. 540604), this collection represents a significant influence on the development of Western Christian liturgical practice. These texts offered guidance for both private devotion and public worship, providing a framework for structuring religious life and fostering a deeper connection with the divine.
The historical importance of this work lies in its codification and standardization of liturgical practices that spread throughout Europe during the early Middle Ages. The texts offered a foundation for musical developments in the Church, providing the words for Gregorian chant. The standardization supported the unification of religious practice and the spread of a common Christian culture.
