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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the flawed yet commonly-held notion of a divinely ordained and commissioned priestly class, highlighting the vain attempts by various sects to distinguish or discover them and establish authority over religious practice. The author argues against the overweening notions of clerical importance and the tendency towards empty ceremony and external observances within the clergy. Through careful analysis of the writings of the Church Fathers and examination of the nature of true religion, this book challenges the idea that God has secured the guidance of the Holy Ghost exclusively through the teachings of the clergy. It also questions the notion that the church is the sole medium of God's guidance, emphasizing the fundamentally flawed and arrogant claims of priestly authority. Ultimately, this book offers a profound exploration of the flawed foundations of clerical authority and the importance of seeking true religion through individual goodness and righteous actions, rather than relying solely on the teachings of self-proclaimed spiritual leaders. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780243443185_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243443185
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243443185
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