Intro

Exploring Thomas Aquinas's interpretation of the Eucharistic liturgy as a pivotal encounter with Christ and the mysteries of the Christian faith, with a focus on his distinctive analysis of Peter Lombard's Eucharistic distinctions and his commentary on the Mass. The chapter traces the historical evolution of liturgical exegesis from the early Church to Aquinas's era, outlining the influences and predecessors that informed Aquinas's unique perspective and delving into his interpretations of specific Mass components like the Introit.