ISBN: 9780243006007 - A Second True Defence of the Meer Nonconformists: Against the Untrue Accusations, Reasonings and History of Dr. Edward Stillingfleet, Dean of St. Pauls, &c (classic Reprint) (3 results)

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history of the Nonconformist religious movement in England during the 17th century, with a focus on their debates over liturgical forms and the nature of true spirituality. The author contends that the Nonconformists' insistence on the importance of individual conscience and the need for a more spiritual and participatory form of worship was a significant factor in the development of English Protestantism. The book also explores the complex relationship between the Nonconformists and the established Church of England, arguing that the tensions between these two groups were rooted in deep-seated differences over the nature of religious authority and the proper role of the state in the religious life of the nation. Ultimately, this book offers a nuanced and insightful analysis of the Nonconformist movement, shedding light on its theological foundations, its historical significance, and its ongoing relevance to contemporary debates over the nature of religious freedom and the relationship between church and state. 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.…