A Brief Account of the Rise and Progress of the People Called Quakers - Softcover

Penn, William

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1023665875 ISBN 13: 9781023665872

Publisher: Hutson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

“A Brief Account of the Rise and Progress of the People Called Quakers” by William Penn offers a comprehensive overview of the foundational principles, doctrines, worship practices, ministry, and disciplinary structure of the Religious Society of Friends. Penn, a prominent figure in Quaker history, elucidates the core tenets of Quakerism, providing readers with insights into their unique approach to Christianity.

This account also presents a summary of historical religious dispensations, contextualizing the Quaker movement within a broader spiritual narrative. Originally published in the early 18th century, Penn's work remains a valuable resource for understanding the historical and theological origins of Quakerism and its lasting impact on religious thought and social reform.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1023665875
• ISBN 13: 9781023665872
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 108