9780243396108 - Law and Loyalty: with Other Charges and Sermons Preached at the Consecrations of Bishops Classic Reprint by Henry Codman Potter (3 results)

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the delicate balance between law and loyalty within the context of the Episcopal Church in the late 19th century. The author, writing from the perspective of a bishop, grapples with the changing societal landscape and its impact on the Church's authority and practice. He examines the challenges of maintaining a consistent and authoritative voice in an era marked by increasing individualism and tolerance. The authorââ â¢s analysis of the Churchââ â¢s historical struggles with discipline, its dependence on human action to meet changing circumstances, and the tension between individual freedom and collective unity resonates with contemporary concerns over the proper role of institutions in a diverse world. Ultimately, the book argues that the Churchââ â¢s strength lies not in rigid, codified laws but in cultivating a deep sense of loyalty and obedience among its members, encouraging a shared devotion to its teachings and traditions. 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.