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Stack Annex CHRONOLOGICAL TABLE Howgill born George Fox born Edward Burrough born Firbank Fell Meeting :H owgill sfirst imprisonment Howgill svisic to London and Bristol Howgill svisit to I reland Howgill published The Inheritance of Jacob Discovered i.ooo Friends imprisoned in Great Britain Death of Edward Burrough 4,200 Friends in Prison Howgill taken prisoner at Kendal Howgill convicted Howgill died Howgill s Works published 1618 1624 1628 1634 1641 1642 1645 1649 Petition of Right Strafford sexecution Beginning of Civil War Laud beheaded Common Prayer Book abolished Directory of Public Worship Execution of Charles I. 1652 1653 Cromwell made Protector 1654 1655 1655-6 1656 1657 Fifth Monarchy Plot 1658 Cromwell died 1660 Charles
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a vivid account of the journey and ministry of Francis Howgill, a pioneering Quaker missionary who played a pivotal role in the early development of the Quaker movement. Born in the rustic beauty of Westmorland, Howgill was drawn into the ranks of the Seekers, a group yearning for spiritual depth. Through a series of profound spiritual experiences, Howgill embraced the Quaker faith, recognising the inner Light of Christ as the guiding principle for human conduct. Alongside George Fox and Edward Burrough, he became a courageous advocate for the Truth, travelling extensively to spread the message of Quakerism. The book delves into Howgill's unwavering opposition to the established religious practices of his time, including the payment of tithes and the taking of oaths. His commitment to non-violence and his belief in the equality of all people, regardless of gender or social status, were central to his teachings. This book illuminates the challenges and triumphs faced by Howgill and his fellow Quakers as they navigated persecution and imprisonment for their beliefs. It also sheds light on the dynamic interplay between the Seekers and the Quakers, highlighting the shared quest for spiritual renewal that shaped the landscape of 17th-century religious thought. 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 9781331857822_0
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