Excerpt from Reminiscence
The following notes upon the last seventy years were originally prompted by my acquaintance with two eminent public men, both Scottish by origin, Mr Gladstone and Principal Rainy. Their lives have been excellently written. But there are some things on what may be called Church Politics in their time, on which, and on their relation to which, I can still give information. Scottish Church matters were then exceed ingly interesting, for they promised a future. The earlier chapters which follow may show how, amid a crowd of new ideas and interest ing personalities (some of whom are noticed in passing) this Church region claimed from.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed account of the life and times of the Scottish theologian and church leader, Robert Rainy. It recounts Rainy's personal experiences in education, ministry, and his involvement in the Free Church of Scotland. The author writes from a historical perspective and draws parallels between Rainy's life and the broader context of Scottish church politics and social issues. The book discusses Rainy's relationships with other notable figures of his era such as Gladstone and Balfour, his role in theological debates, and his efforts to bridge the gap between the Church and society. It also examines his impact on the development of the Free Church and the legacy of his leadership. Through Rainy's story, this book provides insights into the multifaceted religious landscape of 19th-century Scotland, highlighting the tensions between tradition and innovation, and the challenges faced by the Church in a rapidly changing world. 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 9781332784462_0
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