9781333970697 - Micah's Mother, or a Neglected Chapter in Church History (Classic Reprint): A Lecture: A Lecture (Classic Reprint) de Rowntree, John Stephenson (4 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: 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.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 50 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.10 inches. This item is printed on demand.