The Letters Of Samuel Rutherford

The Letters of Samuel Rutherford is a collection of personal letters written by the Scottish Presbyterian minister and theologian Samuel Rutherford. The book contains over 200 letters written by Rutherford to his friends, family, and fellow ministers during the 17th century. The letters cover a wide range of topics including theology, pastoral care, church government, and personal struggles. Rutherford's letters are known for their warmth, wisdom, and spiritual insight, and have been highly regarded by Christians of all denominations for centuries. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Presbyterianism, the Scottish Reformation, and the development of Protestant theology.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.

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.