Principles at Stake (Classic Reprint): Essays on Church Questions of the Day: Essays on Church Questions of the Day (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Delve into the heart of church life and the clash over ceremony, authority, and reform. This collection weighs how outward worship shapes belief and how law and conscience intersect in real life.
George Henry Sumner analyzes conflicts around ritualism and uniformity, offering a clear, historical view of why some church practices become flashpoints. The essays frame what is at stake for the Church of England and its public role, without losing sight of the human questions behind the controversy.
- How ceremonial details are tied to doctrine and why they matter beyond aesthetics.
- How debates spill over into legal and political realms, affecting church authority.
- Key arguments from both supporters and critics, presented with careful reasoning.
- A broader look at church life in a changing society, including implications for national unity and renewal.
Ideal for readers interested in 19th‑century religious debates, church history, and how tradition meets modern governance.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the tension between Ritualism and Uniformity within the Church of England, arguing that the former is not a mere matter of external details but rather stems from a deeply held belief system that aims to reverse the Reformation settlement. The author draws on evidence from ritualist authors and organisations to establish that their practices and teachings are motivated by a desire to promote doctrines closely aligned with Roman Catholicism. Moreover, the book highlights the unique constitution of the Church of England, which grants significant authority to the clergy but also places strict limits on their freedom of action. By examining the legal, historical, and theological aspects of the debate, this book uncovers the complex dynamics at play within the Church, making it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the ongoing struggle between opposing views on liturgy and doctrine. 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 9781333992446_0
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