Judgment Day

Someone pointed out to me that the those in the early church realized the crucial, "eschatological dimension" of the mass because of the martyrdom which was so immanent for many of them. When they heard "Kyrie eleison" (Lord have mercy) they realized that they were at that moment before the Judgment Throne of Christ on the Day of Judgment itself!

We in the 21st century need books like this to make the connection between Christ's Ultimate Sacrifice and Our Ultimate Destiny. Dr. Scott Hahn masterfully connects the Book of the Apocalypse and the Divine Liturgy showing in what manner they are two manifestations of the same reality of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, the Son of God and his message of salvation and how they help interpret each other.

This is all shown to be in accordance with the way the fathers and teachers of the Catholic Church have always viewed the Mass. I would recommend this book for non-Catholics who are curious as to why the Catholic church does not make a lot of hay out of "end-time prophecies" for our own time from Revelation; we see it as signifying something much deeper and eternal.

A View of St. John's Revelation Faithful to the Early Church

Scott Hahn, PhD once translated the entire Book of Revelation from the original Greek (one of the most difficult Scripture Greek texts, nevertheless) into the English as an academic project. This task mixed with his breadth of intellectual research throughout his search for Apostolic Christianity has resulted in this fine book, which demonstrates a clear and compelling case for the liturgical milieu of "Revelation". I wholeheartedly recommend this text not just to Catholics but to any astute student of Christianity, especially of its origins which is far from today's Evangelical Protestantism - but rather, has its roots in liturgical worship with all of its symbolism and deep sacramental mysticism.

shattering

I picked up Lamb's Supper because someone I really respect sugested it and I'm so glad. This has to be the greatest book Scott Hahn's ever written. In very simple language he explains why the Mass is not just a worship service.

If you have gotten into the habit of treating Sunday Mass like a chore or if you're easily distracted by the lousy music, or a bad homily or a screaming baby then this is truly shattering book. Hahn forcefully and beautifully explains that none of that stuff matters because the King of Kings is present at Mass and if He's there so is Heaven. I was filled with awe and joy reading this book. It's great.