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The five essays which are contained in this book were first read before a company of artists who had the traditional antipathy of their class to wards the spirit oi Puritanism Any one who should chance to read these writmgs is asked to keep that local circumstance in view. Else he might think that they betray the spirit of the amateur, of the dogmatist, of the pedagogue that is, if they be regarded as a wanton excursion into the precincts of literature. The persons to whom these pieces were addressed were of the opinion that Jonathan Edwards manifested the spirit of Puritanism in the pulpit; that John Winthrop showed that spirit at work in the world; that Margaret Fuller's career was the blind striving of the artistic sense for expression; that Walt Whitman's conduct was a revolt against the false conventions which had grown up in his world; and that John Wesley endeavoured to make religion useful to humanity once more.
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The five essays which are contained in this book were first read before a company of artists who had the traditional antipathy of their class to wards the spirit oi Puritanism Any one who should chance to read these writmgs is asked to keep that local circumstance in view. Else he might think that they betray the spirit of the amateur, of the dogmatist, of the pedagogue that is, if they be regarded as a wanton excursion into the precincts of literature. The persons to whom these pieces were addressed were of the opinion that Jonathan Edwards manifested the spirit of Puritanism in the pulpit; that John Winthrop showed that spirit at work in the world; that Margaret Fuller's career was the blind striving of the artistic sense for expression; that Walt Whitman's conduct was a revolt against the false conventions which had grown up in his world; and that John Wesley endeavoured to make religion useful to humanity once more.
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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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There used to be a presumption that theology had something to do with religion, and, inasmuch as religion undoubtedly has to do with God, the three, religion, theology and God, were insensibly brought together into an unnatural trinity. It was not long before theology dominated the compact; its devotees at once proceeded to define and limit the sphere within which Providence might exercise its beneficent influence, and religion was left entirely out of consideration. It is difficult in any compact for all the persons, if one might so name them, to sustain the ideal relations of equality in power and glory, and in this case the theologians went too far. The astrologers never undertook to say upon whom the sun should shine and the rain fall; there have been rainmakers, of course, but they lost all credibility long before the theologians lost theirs.
We must appreciate the strength of the belief, that there is an essential association between theology and religion if we would have any understanding of the times in which that belief prevailed; and we must not be deterred by the strangeness of the idea, for doubtless we ourselves possess notions that are equally curious. We hold that literature has a dominating influence upon life; that science has some bearing upon religion; that art has something to do with morality; that there is a perception of right and wrong, of good and evil in nature.
It is a lack of seriousness on our part, which prevents our appreciating the full import of any given system of theological speculation.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a profound and illuminating exploration of Puritanism, examining the complex interplay between theology, morality, and individual experience. Through a close analysis of influential figures like Jonathan Edwards and John Winthrop, the author reveals the inner workings of Puritan thought, delving into the doctrines of predestination, the fear of hell, and the concept of divine sovereignty. The book contrasts Puritanism with other intellectual and religious movements of the era, such as Epicureanism and Stoicism, showcasing the unique features of this potent theological and social force. The author's exploration extends to the historical context of Puritanism, particularly its impact on the colonization of New England and the development of American identity. You will find the book's insights invaluable for understanding the enduring legacy of Puritanism, a force that continues to shape our understanding of religion, morality, and individual responsibility. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330339329_0
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