Uncover the roots of Anglican belief through the Thirty-Nine Articles.
This scholarly work compiles documentary illustrations that examine how the Articles, along with the Book of Common Prayer, the Homilies, and associated prefaces, shaped Anglican doctrine and church practice.
The book presents a careful, evidence-based account of how reformers argued for a visible church governed by apostolic succession, episcopal ordination, and the ministry of bishops, priests, and deacons. It situates the Articles within a broader framework of historical documents, canons, and prefaces, offering context for readers interested in church history, doctrinal development, and the English Reformation.
What you’ll encounter
- Quoted canons and minutes that illuminate how church authority and teaching were interpreted.
- Discussion of catechisms, apologies, and the role of ancient authorities in shaping reform.
- Analysis of the relationship between doctrine, worship, and church governance.
- Connections between early church practice and the Anglican understanding of Apostolic tradition.
Ideal for students, researchers, and readers curious about how historical documents informed the formation of Anglican doctrine and practice.