Here is a very clear picture of the historic high altar of Notre Dame. Why the new one could not have approximated this one is beyond my comprehension. But if you look closely, it appears to be freestanding.
Thus for liturgical butterflies who are phobic about ad orientem, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass could just as well be celebrated on this historic altar ad orientem or facing the nave. Why not use it? That is the question!
Fr. Allan,
One thing that many folks forget regarding the rebirth of Notre Dame de Paris.
It is not the property of the Church!
Since the French Revolution ending in 1799, Notre Dame has belonged to the French State and the French Government had EVERYTHING to say about its reconstruction and refurbishment.
That's why Macron had so much to do and say about raising the funds and the disbursement thereof and in choosing style, materials, etc., of what went into the cathedral during reconstruction post fire.
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One has to then wonder how the new altar was approved.
The Roman hierarchy can't help themselves, the government should have had more sense.
You might find this of interest, Fr. McDonald. The original altar used for the 1948 Christmas Day Mass:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=b34ZFxmx7Cs&pp=ygUZbm90cmUgZGFtZSBjaHJpc3RtYXMgbWFzcw%3D%3D
On another note, I think it will be interesting how the Notre Dame to Chartres pilgrimage utilizes the new altar for the traditional Latin Mass if they’re allowed there.
ByzRus,
I think the only explanation is the hierarchy’s contempt for Tradition and the laity but there is hope. Younger priests, including my pastor, are Tradition friendly and will overturn the evil inflicted on the Church and her people
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