Book of Common Prayer 1662 selections - The Parliament of England
The Book of Common Prayer (BCP) has served as a cornerstone for Anglican and allied worship for nearly 500 years, originating from the need for a unified order of service in English after England's break from Rome. Initially introduced in 1549, it has undergone several revisions, with the 1662 version remaining largely unchanged as the legal basis for Anglican worship until the 1970s. This enduring text has contributed phrases that have permeated everyday language, such as "ashes to ashes" and "speak now or forever hold your peace."
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