A Letter to a Friend on the Subject of Tithe Rent-Charge: With a Reply to Henry Russell's - Softcover
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Is a tithe really owed by conscience, or a fixed rent charged by law?
This book reexamines the historic claims of tithes and the modern idea of tithe rent-charge, arguing what each payment represents and why dissenters viewed them differently.
Two concise, accessible sections frame the issue: first, what tithes are and how they are tied to a person’s labor and property; second, how tithe rent-charge changes that relationship to a fixed land cost. The author compares legal theories, cites historical authorities, and traces the practical implications for property and freedom of conscience.- Understand the difference between a tax on produce and a fixed rent on land.
- See how legal discussions from historical authorities shape opinions about “tithe” versus “rent-charge.”
- Explore the ethical questions around paying what might be seen as another person’s right to a share of labor.
- Learn how these debates connect to broader themes of religious liberty and financial obligation.
Ideal for readers of religious history, legal history, and studies of conscience and taxation.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fresh perspective on the complexities surrounding the payment of Tithe Rent Charge by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). The author carefully dissects the differences between tithes and tithe rent-charge, using primary sources and engaging historical context to unpack the nature and principles that have informed Quaker testimonies throughout history. The author draws on the work of important Quaker figures such as John Allen and Anthony Pearson, and engages with the views of Henry Russell to offer a nuanced and thought-provoking exploration of this subject. Ultimately, this book sheds new light on the evolution of Quaker testimonies and the application of principles in the face of changing social and religious contexts. 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 # 9781333218904_0
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