The Benefice Lectures - Thomas Burns - Bog

The Benefice Lectures: Delivered At The Universities Of Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, And St. Andrews (1905) is a book written by Thomas Burns. The book is a collection of lectures that were delivered at various universities in Scotland. The lectures focus on the topic of benefices, which are positions in the Church that provide a salary and other benefits to the holder. Burns discusses the history of benefices, their role in the Church, and the controversies surrounding their distribution. He also explores the relationship between benefices and the broader social and political context of Scotland in the early 20th century. The book provides a valuable insight into the Church's role in Scottish society and the debates surrounding its structure and governance. Overall, The Benefice Lectures is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of the Church in Scotland.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.