Letters, Etc. Of Early Friends - Abram Rawlinson Barclay - Bog

Letters, Etc. Of Early Friends: Illustrative Of The History Of The Society, From Nearly Its Origin, To About The Period Of George Fox�������s Decease (1841) is a book written by Abram Rawlinson Barclay. The book is a collection of letters, documents, and other materials that shed light on the history of the Society of Friends, also known as Quakers, from its early days up to the time of the death of George Fox, one of its most prominent leaders.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in the history of the Society. The first section covers the period from the 1650s to the 1670s, when the Society was just starting to emerge as a distinct religious group. The second section covers the period from the 1670s to the 1690s, when the Society was facing persecution and opposition from the authorities.The third section covers the period from the 1690s to the 1710s, when the Society was experiencing a period of growth and expansion. The fourth section covers the period from the 1710s to the 1740s, when the Society was facing internal divisions and challenges.Throughout the book, Barclay provides commentary and analysis on the materials presented, offering insights into the beliefs, practices, and experiences of the early Quakers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Society of Friends or in the history of religion in general.With Documents Respecting Its Early Discipline, Also Epistles Of Counsel And Exhortation, Etc.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.