Book of Hours

A Book of Hours is a Christian devotional manuscript from the Middle Ages, used for daily prayer and reflection. It contains a collection of prayers, psalms, and biblical texts arranged according to the hours of the day, helping individuals observe religious practices regularly. Often beautifully illustrated with elaborate illuminations, these books were personalized for their owners and served as both spiritual guides and status symbols. They played a central role in medieval religious life, fostering personal devotion and connection to the divine through carefully structured devotional routines.