History of the German People, From the First Authentic Annals to the Present Time, Vol. 7 - Softcover

Edward S. Ellis

 
9780282671020: History of the German People, From the First Authentic Annals to the Present Time, Vol. 7

Synopsis

This book delves into the history of the radical Reformation, focusing on the rise and fall of the Baptist movement. Starting as a movement driven by Christian ideals, this book chronicles how the Baptists confronted the established order of the Catholic Church and the emerging Protestant denominations. The author traces the geographic spread of the Baptist movement, its key figures, and its theological underpinnings. The book explores the Baptists' rejection of infant baptism, their emphasis on personal spiritual experience, and their pursuit of a life free from worldly influence. Along with recounting the Baptist's persecution, this book examines the movement's chiliastic beliefs, their millenarian expectations, and their eventual transition into more moderate forms of Christianity. The book concludes by highlighting the lasting impact of the Baptist movement on the development of religious thought and the broader Protestant tradition.

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9780266528944: History of the German People, From the First Authentic Annals to the Present Time, Vol. 7: The Reformation and Counter Reformation (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0266528945 ISBN 13:  9780266528944
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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