9781331540724 - Of the Government of Churches: A Discourse Pointing at the Primitive Form (Classic Reprint) de Thorndike, Herbert (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This historical text by the author explores the origins of the Church and its hierarchy, arguing that a form of episcopal governance was indeed present in the early Church. The author traces the roots of this governance back to the time of the Apostles, who appointed presbyters or elders to lead the various churches and communities they established. What later became known as bishops, the author argues, were originally appointed to oversee multiple presbyteries, a practice that continued after the Apostles' time. The author draws on a range of historical sources, including the Acts of the Apostles and the writings of early Church Fathers, to support his assertions. He meticulously examines the role of key figures like James of Jerusalem and the Apostles Paul, Peter, and Timothy, arguing that their actions and writings provide evidence for the existence of a hierarchical structure within the early Church. The book presents a compelling argument for the historical origins of episcopal governance, offering a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history and development of the Christian Church. 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.