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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously explores the annals of Quaker communities in the Midwest from their origin to the early 1800s, shedding light on the history, beliefs, and practices of this fascinating religious society in the region. The author deftly traces the Quaker movement from its inception in England through its spread to America and the establishment of yearly meetings in various parts of the country, especially in the Midwest, where Quaker settlements flourished. The book delves into the profound influence of Quaker testimonies on simplicity, equality, and peace, as well as the impact of these principles on the communities they established. Internal tensions and controversies that gave rise to divisions within the Society of Friends are also examined in detail. Through meticulous research and analysis of primary sources, including meeting minutes, birth and death records, and removal certificates, the author reconstructs the social and religious life of these communities, shedding new light on their values, traditions, and the challenges they faced. 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 9781528228510_0
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Guide to Research in Quaker Records in the MidwestLight continued to be their central belief. Rufus jones comments that for a whole generation, the Society had tacked, like a ship sailing against the wind, in . N° de réf. du vendeur 2149117828
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