The Sunday Library, Vol. 5: Or, the Protestant's Manual for the Sabbath-Day, Being a Selection of Sermons From Eminent Divines of the Church of ... Occasional Biographical Sketches and Notes - Hardcover

T. F. Dibdin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483274399 ISBN 13: 9780483274396

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A curated collection of renowned Anglican sermons for Sabbath study and reflection.

This volume gathers selections from eminent Church of England divines of the last half century, paired with occasional biographical sketches and notes to illuminate the context and lives behind the words. The book offers accessible, classic sermons that probe faith, duty, and the balance of church and state.

This edition centers on practical instruction for readers who seek solid moral guidance and insight into 18th- and 19th-century Anglican thought. It presents sermons that address the duties of worship, obedience to civil authority, and the role of religion in public life, enriched by historical notes and biographical sketches.

• Read sermons from notable figures like Bishop Newton and his contemporaries, with context to their lifetime and impact.
• Explore themes of faith, loyalty, and the relationship between religion and government.
• Gain insights into historical religious rhetoric and its influence on personal and social conduct.
• Access brief biographical notes that situate the sermons within their authors’ lives.

Ideal for readers of religious history, Anglican theology, and readers seeking яс traditional sermons for study or contemplation.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483274399
• ISBN 13: 9780483274396
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 380