Discover the quiet clash that shaped early Quaker history and church life
This scholarly notetaking from Micah's Mother, or a Neglected Chapter in Church History, examines a controversial moment in 17th‑century religious care. Through lively discussion of a disputed maternal figure from Judges and the fiery debates among Friends, it reveals how arguments over discipline, ministry, and women’s meetings shaped a movement.
- Learn how early Friends debated authority, ministry, and spiritual liberty
- See how arguments from Fox, Barclay, Penn, and Ellwood influenced church practice
- Understand the long arc from internal quarrels to the rise of missions and organized ministry
- Explore how two centuries of controversy echo in modern discussions of the ministry and discipline
Ideal for readers of religious history, church studies, and biographies of early Quaker thinkers who want a clearer view of the ideas behind a founder‑age debate and its lasting impact on Christian ministry.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book focuses on a peculiar controversy that arose within the Quaker community in the late 17th century. The author explores how a group of Quakers, led by John Wilkinson and John Story, challenged the established practices of the Society of Friends, questioning the authority of church leadership and advocating for a more individualistic and spiritual approach to faith. The book examines the arguments and motivations of both sides of the debate, drawing from a wide range of primary sources, including letters, pamphlets, and meeting minutes. It situates this controversy within the broader context of Quakerism's emerging organizational structure and its commitment to social reform. Through its analysis of the "Ranter" controversy, this book offers insights into the tensions between individual conscience, spiritual authority, and the need for community in religious organizations. It highlights the challenges and opportunities that arise when religious movements seek to balance their founding principles with the practicalities of institutionalization. Ultimately, the book's exploration of this historical episode sheds light on the enduring questions of religious authority, the interplay of tradition and innovation, and the role of dissent within faith communities. 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 9781333970697_0
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 50 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.10 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1333970692
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