Associations to the word «Breviary»

Wiktionary

BREVIARY, noun. A book containing prayers, hymns, and so on for everyday use at the canonical hours.
BREVIARY, noun. (obsolete) A brief statement or summary.

Dictionary definition

BREVIARY, noun. (Roman Catholic Church) a book of prayers to be recited daily certain priests and members of religious orders.

Wise words

Every day we should hear at least one little song, read one good poem, see one exquisite picture, and, if possible, speak a few sensible words.
Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe