Isbn: 9780243404957 - humble pleadings for the good old way: or a plain representation of the rise, grounds and manner of several contendings of the reverend mr. john ... galloway) and his adherents (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex religious and political landscape of Scotland in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The author meticulously examines the intricate theological debates, political maneuvering, and social tensions that characterized this period. The central focus rests on the struggles of a group of Presbyterian ministers and their congregations against what they perceived as the erosion of the principles established during the Scottish Reformation. Set against the backdrop of the Glorious Revolution and its aftermath, the narrative explores the challenges posed by the reintroduction of episcopacy and the imposition of oaths that conflicted with Presbyterian beliefs. The author delves into the intricacies of church governance, highlighting the debates surrounding the role of the civil magistrate in ecclesiastical affairs and the contentious issue of ministerial communion with those deemed insufficiently committed to Presbyterian principles. Through detailed accounts of synod meetings, personal testimonies, and theological treatises, the book offers a profound exploration of faith, conscience, and political allegiance. It sheds light on the complexities of navigating religious and political identities in a society grappling with the legacies of its past. Ultimately, this book provides invaluable insights into the enduring power of religious conviction and the ongoing quest for religious and political autonomy in Scottish society. 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.…