Bøger af Williston Walker

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Congregationalism has always accorded large liberty to local churches in their interpretation of doctrine and polity. Its creeds are not exclusively binding, and its platforms have always been held to be open to revision. They have been witness to the faith and practice of the churches rather than tests for subscription. But by reason of this liberty a colletion of Congregational creeds and platforms illustrates the history of the body whose expressions they are better than if those symbols were less readily amended. The points wherin they agree may therefore confidently be believed to set forth that which is abiding in the faith and practice of the churches, while the features of change and the traces of discussion of more temporary importance which these creeds and platforms exhibit illustrate as clearly that which is mutable in our ecclesiastical life. It is because the writer deems such a collection of prime value in illuminating the history of Congregationalism that this compilation has been made. - from the Preface

A preeminent American church historian offers ten biographical sketches of New England church leaders. This book grew out of a series of lectures given at Andover Theological Seminary in 1898 and 1899. In them Walker aimed to present varied and typical representatives of the religious thought of Congregational New England. Presented are biographies of: William Bradford John Cotton Richard Mather John Eliot Increase Mather Jonathan Edwards Charles Chauncy Samuel Hopkins Leonard Woods Leonard Bacon

John Calvin: The Organizer of Reformed Protestantism 1509 to 1564 is a book written by Williston Walker that explores the life and impact of John Calvin on the Protestant Reformation. The book begins with a biographical account of Calvin's early life, education, and conversion to Protestantism. It then delves into his theological teachings, including predestination, the sovereignty of God, and the role of the church in society.The author also examines Calvin's role in organizing and developing the Reformed Church, including his work in Geneva and his influence on the spread of Protestantism throughout Europe. The book also explores Calvin's impact on politics, economics, and social issues of his time.Overall, John Calvin: The Organizer of Reformed Protestantism 1509 to 1564 provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life and legacy of one of the most important figures of the Protestant Reformation. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, theology, or the Reformation.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 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.