A Discourse Concerning the Religious Observance of the Lord's Day, Vol. 1 of 2: Both Doctrinal and Practical (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Alexander Jephson

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332298434 ISBN 13: 9780332298436

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Strengthen your Sabbath discipline with a time-tested defense of the Lord's Day.

This concise, carefully argued treatise makes the case for religious observance on the Lord's Day and guides readers toward devout practice, both in private worship and in public life.

The work lays out why the Lord's Day matters and how its proper observance supports faith and moral order. It argues that neglect of the day harms individuals and the wider community, and it presents a framework for understanding the obligation, the authority behind it, and the benefits of keeping the day holy.
This edition introduces the author’s purpose, explains the book’s structure, and sets the stage for a discussion that combines Scripture, tradition, and practical counsel. It addresses questions about the day’s meaning, how laws and customs relate to duty, and why reading the Scriptures on the Sabbath can deepen devotion.

• Grasp the reasons and authority behind observing the Lord's Day
• See how clergy, magistrates, and lay readers can support wholesome observance
• Explore scriptural and historical support for weekly worship and reflection
• Consider the personal and societal benefits of a devoted Sabbath

Ideal for readers of religious history and anyone seeking a clear, principled case for Sabbath observance.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332298434
• ISBN 13: 9780332298436
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 474