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Letters of the Reverend Samuel Rutherford: With a Sketch of His Life is a book written by Samuel Rutherford and published in 1863. The book is a collection of letters written by the Scottish Presbyterian theologian and pastor, Samuel Rutherford, during the 17th century. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including theology, church government, and personal matters. The book also includes a brief sketch of Rutherford's life, providing context for the letters and insight into Rutherford's character and beliefs. Rutherford was a prominent figure in the Scottish Presbyterian Church during a time of political and religious turmoil in Scotland. He was a strong advocate for Presbyterianism and played a key role in the development of the Scottish Covenanters, a group of Presbyterian rebels who opposed the rule of Charles I and later supported the restoration of Charles II.Overall, Letters of the Reverend Samuel Rutherford is a valuable resource for those interested in Scottish Presbyterianism, theology, and the history of the 17th century. The letters provide a unique glimpse into the thoughts and beliefs of one of Scotland's most influential religious figures, while the sketch of Rutherford's life adds depth and context to the collection.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.
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Samuel Rutherford (1600 1661) was a Scottish minister and covenanter best known for his political book, "Lex Rex; or, The Law and the Prince", for which he was charged with high treason and imprisoned. The book argued for limited government, as well as limitations on the current idea of the divine right of kings.
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