Excerpt from A Quaker Post-Bag: Letters to Sir John Rodes of Barlbrough Hall, in the County of Derby, Baronet, and to John Gratton of Monyash, 1693-1742
Sir John''s father, though he made a pious ending, does not appear to have joined the Friends, though that his mother, Martha Thornton, did so clearly appears by her letters to her son.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This exquisite collection of letters offers a unique glimpse into the life and world of the Quakers in 17th-century England. The letters reveal the profound spiritual beliefs and lived experiences of prominent members of the Society of Friends, including Sir John Rodes, a wealthy Quaker landowner, and his mother, Lady Rodes. Penned between 1690 and 1713, these letters provide valuable historical context, capturing the challenges and triumphs of early Quakers as they navigated religious persecution and sought to establish their faith in a hostile environment. Through their words, we learn about their spiritual practices, their commitment to peace and social justice, and their efforts to build a community based on equality and compassion. The letters also shed light on the personal lives of the Rodes family, offering insights into their family relationships, their struggles with illness, their financial concerns, and their hopes for the future. The author's eloquent prose and the raw emotions expressed in the letters transport readers back in time, allowing them to connect with the human experiences that transcend religious and historical boundaries. 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 9781331527169_0
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