A Collection of Letters, Consisting of Ninety-Three: Sixty-One of Which Wrote by the Rev. Mr. James Renwick; The Remainder, by the Rev. Messrs. John ... Alex. Pedan, and Alex. Shields; Also a - Softcover
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Excerpt from A Collection of Letters, Consisting of Ninety-Three: Sixty-One of Which Wrote by the Rev. Mr. James Renwick; The Remainder, by the Rev. Messrs. John Livingston, John Brown, John King, Donald Cargil, Richard Cameron, Alex. Pedan, and Alex. Shields; Also a Few by Mr. Michael Shields
Hou halt here préfénted to thy view, lbrnc' T of the valuable letters of the worthy and; now lorified Mr. Famenwic/z, whofe metnory will fie dear while reformation principles are re garded 111 Scotland; together. With fome all relative to the fins and duties of that day, and. Not at all. Impertinent in our day, wherein fuchx duties are much (lighted, and the fame or like defcéhon, as keenly and effeétually carried on: and corroborated, not only by profeffed ene mies to the covenanted intereft of Chrill', but by profeflbd friends thereunto. It 15 certain that Zion's King, did in afignal manner, difplay his banner in-the Illes ofthe fea, and cngagedthenl to himfclf by folemn facred oaths and covenants: he ammated the fpirits of his followers with zeal, refolution and faithfulnefsin\their appearances and contendmgs for. Him and his troths, and e lpecially for the dignity of his kingly office; he defeated the defigns ofenemies, and advanced to himfelfa moft glorious building, of a woft beantiful church, founded upon zbe prophet; and, aojiler, jefm Cbz z'ft~ bimfelf éeizzg the chieflcomer fine, fo that this church and nation was blcfi°ed. With a more glorious and perfect reformatioiu than any of her neighbour churches: The doc tnine, worlhip, difcipline and government, in all' points agreeable to the word of truth, was efta blifh'ed by ecclefiaflic and civil laws, fworn and fublcribed to by the king' 5 majefly, and all ranks and de recs in the land: but it is no.lefs certain, that thts church and nation, which was once (0 a 2 great.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This illuminating volume presents a rare collection of firsthand letters written by James Renwick, a prominent figure in the Scottish Covenanter movement of the 17th century. The letters offer a candid glimpse into the lives and beliefs of these devout individuals who faced persecution and exile for their unwavering faith. Chronicling the struggles and triumphs of the Covenanters, the letters delve into their theological debates, their commitment to Presbyterianism, and their resistance to the imposition of episcopacy. Renwick's personal struggles and his unyielding determination amidst adversity emerge vividly, reflecting the intensity of the religious fervor that defined this period. The book provides invaluable insights into the complexities of the Scottish Reformation, highlighting the tensions between religious freedom and political authority. By examining the motivations and experiences of the Covenanters, it sheds light on the enduring legacy of their struggle for religious self-determination. This book stands as a testament to the power of faith and the ongoing quest for spiritual liberty and faithfulness. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781334919497_0
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