First published in the 16th century, the Book of Common Order is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church of Scotland. Compiled by John Knox and other leading figures of the Scottish Reformation, this liturgical guide provides detailed instructions for the conduct of worship, including prayers, psalms, and hymns. With extensive historical notes and commentary, this edition of the Book of Common Order is an indispensable tool for scholars, ministers, and laypeople alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.