VARIOUS Virgin: A Rock Opera By The Mission (1973 US 24-track Paramount Records double LP box set, a musical message based on the actual experiences and philosophies of the Contemporary Mission. An original concept by Father John O’Reilly, a Catholic priest and member of the Contemporary Mission, 'Virgin' describes the paradox of modern religion; does a man follow his custom or conscience? Religious custom has had a way of masquerading as divine law. In 'Virgin' an idealistic young man newly ordained to the priesthood, faces this universal dilemma. In his everyday life, he is continually torn between his conscience and his cherish customs. Housed in a 12" box with a diffraction grated crucifix image on the lid, apart from some light storage wear the box is superb, comes with the 12-page lyric booklet and original hype sticker from the shrink; the vinyl is in near mint condition PAS8000).