Latin Rite

The Latin Rite is the largest and most widely practiced tradition within the Roman Catholic Church. It refers to the liturgical, theological, and legal practices that developed in the Western Roman Empire and are primarily conducted in Latin or local languages derived from Latin. The Latin Rite includes various liturgical rites, such as the Roman Rite, which governs the way Mass and sacraments are celebrated. It emphasizes particular rituals, prayers, and customs that distinguish it from other rites within the Catholic Church, like Eastern rites. Overall, the Latin Rite represents the cultural and spiritual heritage of Western Catholicism.