Explore how state power and religion shape freedom, law, and society in a landmark 19th‑century memoir.
In this excerpt from an influential autobiography, Gladstone discusses the long debate over the Establishment of the Irish Church, religious liberty, and the role of government. The passage surveys historical events, outlines key arguments, and reflects on political principles that guided debates in his time.
The text invites readers to consider how civil authority and religious institutions have interacted in Ireland and beyond, and how ideas about justice and liberty influenced policy choices in a complex era.
Ideal for readers of Victorian political thought and church‑state history.
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Excerpt from Chapter of Autobiography
AT a time when the Established Church of Ireland is on her trial, it is not unfair that her assailants should be placed upon their trial too: most of all, if they have at one time been her sanguine defenders.
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Excerpt from Chapter of Autobiography
At a time when the Established Church of Ireland is on her trial, it is not unfair that her assailants should be placed upon their trial too: most of all, if they have at one time been her sanguine defenders.
But if not the matter of the indictment against them, at any rate that of their defence, should be kept apart, as far as they are concerned, from the public controversy, that it may not darken or perplex the greater issue.
It is in the character of the author of a book called 'The State in its Relations with the Church,' that I offer these pages to those who may feel a disposition to examine them. They were written at the date attached to them; but their publication has been delayed until after the stress of the General Election.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book discusses the Irish Church, its position within Irish society, and the moral responsibility of the State regarding the Established Church. The author argues that the State, in its best condition, has a conscience that can take cognizance of religious truth and error, specifically the State of the United Kingdom at a time when this question was a pressing social issue. The author initially supported the Irish Church, but his views evolved over time as he became aware of the social and economic realities of Ireland. His personal journey adds to the depth of the book's analysis. The book provides unique insights into the complex religious and political landscape of Ireland during a time of great change and sheds light on the broader themes of church and state, religious freedom, and the role of government in 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330308523_0
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