Light From Old Times Or Protestant Facts And Men (1902)

Light From Old Times is a book written by John Charles Ryle and published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Protestantism, focusing on the key events and figures that shaped the movement. Ryle's work is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Protestantism. He begins by discussing the early years of the movement, including the Reformation and the rise of Calvinism. He then moves on to the Puritan era, discussing the key figures and events that shaped this period of Protestant history. Throughout the book, Ryle provides detailed biographies of many important figures, including Martin Luther, John Calvin, John Knox, and many others. He also discusses the key theological debates that took place during this time, including the debate over predestination and the nature of the sacraments. One of the key themes of Light From Old Times is the importance of the Protestant faith in shaping Western civilization. Ryle argues that the principles of Protestantism, including the importance of individual conscience and the authority of scripture, have had a profound impact on the development of Western culture. Overall, Light From Old Times is a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of Protestantism. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or the development of Western civilization.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.