CC:DA/ATLA/2005/1 Special rules for religious materials, Chapter 21, rules 21.37–21.39

Abstract

Theological catalogers appreciate the JSC invitation to participate in the development of the new code. Over the last week there has been a spirited discussion of rules 21.37–21.39, regarding their necessity and structure. Overall, the feeling is that the needs of the theological catalogers can be accommodated within the general rules, with some additional wording. Several of our newest catalogers and those at the smallest institutions where they are all alone have underlined the need for examples. We would like to suggest that the points under the general rules be illustrated by examples, including theological materials examples, which we would be willing to supply. We have formed a Task Force to review RDA and stand willing to review other rules peculiar to religious materials as needed and to cooperate with other interested groups as requested.