The Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition | Typesetting & Font

LITURGY OF THE HOURS, SECOND EDITION

Top-of-the-Line Typesetting Maximizes Readability for Prayer

Created in collaboration with 2K/DENMARK, one of the world’s leading Bible typesetters, every detail—from font to spacing—is intentionally designed for readability and reverence.

See the Designs in Action

This isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about praying without distraction.

The Liturgy of the Hours is uniquely complex, with shifting pages, poetic psalms, and a daily rhythm that requires clarity and consistency. Thoughtful typesetting helps you stay focused on prayer rather than on navigating the page.

Explore the Details

From sacred artwork and premium materials to enhanced usability, every detail has been carefully crafted to serve the prayer and the one being praised.

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The Craft Behind the Design

Explore the Interior Design Decisions

Every interior design decision, from line spacing to running headers, is intentionally made to support both readability and usability in prayer. With the Liturgy of the Hours, there are complex factors, like the pagination for each day and the poetic nature of the Psalms, that must be given extra care. The team at 2K/DENMARK, with guidance from Ascension, spent months carefully balancing white space, symbols, and text to create a layout that feels natural to follow.

See How the Custom Ascension Serif Font Was Created

Developing a brand-new font takes time and dedication. The development of this typeface involved careful attention to proportion, spacing, and rhythm on the page. Each letterform was refined to work harmoniously within the text as a whole, creating a reading experience that feels natural, balanced, and conducive to prayer.

Discover the Inspiration Behind the Ascension Serif Font

The Ascension Serif font draws from a rich tradition of 19th, 20th, and 21st century classic book typography. It is designed to be both beautiful and innovative, authentic and accessible. Rooted in this history, every letter is meticulously designed to be readably beautiful and elevate the experience of praying with this sacred text.

Meet Klaus Krogh and 2K/DENMARK

The faces behind 2K/DENMARK are graphic designers, typesetters, type designers, and concept developers. Founded in 1987 by husband and wife Klaus and Liv Krogh, the company now works with publishers around the world, having specialized over the years in typeface design, book design, and typesetting of highly complex texts. They are globally respected for high quality results, reliability, and innovation.