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This Is A New Release Of The Original 1908 Edition.

This book covers the inaugural address of Williston Walker, as he discusses the three phases of New England Congregational Development. He draws on his expertise as a Professor of Germanic and Western Church History to provide insight into the history and development of this religious movement. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in religious history or the development of Christianity in America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1906 Edition.

A History Of The Congregational Churches In The United States (1894) is a comprehensive account of the rise and development of Congregationalism in America. Written by Williston Walker, a prominent Congregationalist historian, this book traces the origins of the Congregational Church in England and its migration to the New World. The author describes the early struggles of the Puritan settlers in New England and their efforts to establish a church that was independent of the Anglican hierarchy. He also examines the role of the Congregational Church in the American Revolution and its impact on the shaping of American democracy. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various theological controversies within the Congregational Church, including the rise of Unitarianism and the debates over slavery and social reform. The author also explores the expansion of the Congregational Church beyond New England and its influence on the development of American culture and society. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American religion and the role of Congregationalism in shaping American identity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Great Men Of The Christian Church: Constructive Bible Studies Advanced And Supplementary Series Williston Walker The University of Chicago Press, 1908 Christian biography

The Creeds And Platforms Of Congregationalism is a book written by Williston Walker in 1893. It is a comprehensive study of the history and development of Congregationalism, a Protestant Christian denomination that emphasizes the autonomy of individual churches and the priesthood of all believers. The book examines the various creeds and platforms that have been adopted by Congregational churches over the centuries, including the Cambridge Platform of 1648, the Saybrook Platform of 1708, and the New Hampshire Confession of Faith of 1833. It also explores the theological and ecclesiastical controversies that have shaped the denomination, such as the debates over predestination, revivalism, and slavery. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of religious history, as well as for members of the Congregational Church seeking a deeper understanding of their faith.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""Why Did Not Massachusetts Have A Saybrook Platform?"" is a historical book written by Williston Walker in 1892. The book explores the religious and political history of Massachusetts during the 17th century and examines why the state did not adopt the Saybrook Platform, a set of religious principles and practices established in Connecticut in 1708.Walker delves into the Puritan roots of Massachusetts and how the state's religious beliefs and practices differed from those of Connecticut. He also explores the political climate of the time, including the role of the English monarchy and the influence of the Church of England on the colonies.Throughout the book, Walker provides detailed analysis and historical context to explain why Massachusetts did not adopt the Saybrook Platform, despite its popularity in neighboring states. He also examines the impact of this decision on the religious and political landscape of Massachusetts in the years that followed.Overall, ""Why Did Not Massachusetts Have A Saybrook Platform?"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of religion and politics in colonial America.From The Yale Review, May, 1892.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1918 Edition.

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A History of the Congregational Churches in the United States - Vol. 3 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1894.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Since publication of the first edition in 1918, A History of the Christian Church has enjoyed success and recognition as a classic in the field. Written by an eminent theologian, it combines in its narrative a rare blend of clarity, unity, and balance.

The history of the Reformation, from its roots in medieval reform movements to the Counter-Reformation. Clear, opinionated, and detailed. Lengthy bibliographic appendix

The history of Christianity, by the Yale Professor of Divinity. Unhesitating in the expression of his opinions. Supplement of further reading.

First published in 1906, 'John Calvin' was soon established as the standard life of the reformer. It remains relevant reading today.