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A Concise Statement of the Views and Practices of the Society of Friends: An Address Delivered in Friends' Meeting House, West Chester, Penna;, Eighth Month, 1888 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Inside this edition, discover the core beliefs and worship practices of the Society of Friends and how they shape everyday life.
This address outlines a view of ministry, Scripture, and church life that centers on immediate spiritual guidance over traditional rituals. It explains why Friends favor inward revelation, modest worship, and a flexible approach to reading the Bible—emphasizing personal obedience to God over formal ceremonies.
- How ministry is understood and who may speak in meetings, including openness to both men and women.
- Why worship centers on spiritual connection rather than fixed prayers, music, or sacraments.
- The role of the Bible as a source of guidance, tempered by present spiritual discernment.
- What baptism, the Lord’s Supper, and other rites mean in this religious tradition.
Ideal for readers seeking a historical perspective on Quaker worship and a clear statement of its practical beliefs in daily life.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book concisely outlines the views of a branch of the Society of Friends, tracing their religious beliefs and practices from the foundation of God being Love, to the importance of silent worship, and the role of the ministry and the Bible. The author argues that a simplified form of doctrine and a practical lived religion, like that practiced by the Society of Friends, can inspire noble action and lead to a closer relationship with God and a greater sense of brotherhood. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331734628_0
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