Truth Advocated: In Letters, Addressed to the Presbyterians (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780332602370: Truth Advocated: In Letters, Addressed to the Presbyterians (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0332602370 ISBN 13: 9780332602370

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A historical collection of letters arguing for Quaker principles and questioning established church authority.

The work presents a debate over faith, scripture, and the influence of clergy in early American society. It defends religious dissenters and challenges practices like war and formal ministry training, using quotations and historical references to support its stance. The tone is combative but focused on exposing what the author sees as falsities and calumny against a religious community.

Framed as letters to Presbyterians, the book examines how scripture should guide belief and practice, and it argues for a humble, spirit-led approach to faith over learned theology. It also critiques educational seminaries and the role of educated ministers in shaping doctrine, urging readers to value spiritual transformation over institutional power.

Exposes tensions between dissenting religious groups and established churches
Argues that true Christianity comes from the Holy Spirit, not human learning
Questions the legitimacy of war and the training of ministers through seminaries
Uses scriptural references to support its calls for reform and conscience

Ideal for readers of religious history, early American dissent, and debates over scripture and church authority.

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