Observations On The Christian Doctrines And Practices Of The Early Friends is a book written by William Evans in 1852. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the beliefs and practices of the early Quakers, also known as the Religious Society of Friends. The author explores the fundamental principles of the Quaker faith, including their emphasis on the inner light, the importance of silent worship, and their commitment to social justice and equality.Evans draws on a variety of sources, including the writings of early Quaker leaders such as George Fox and Margaret Fell, as well as his own personal experiences as a Quaker minister. He also addresses some of the criticisms that were leveled against the Quakers during their early history, such as their rejection of traditional sacraments and their refusal to take oaths.Overall, Observations On The Christian Doctrines And Practices Of The Early Friends provides a comprehensive overview of the Quaker faith and its historical development. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Quakers or in understanding the beliefs and practices of this unique religious tradition.With Some Notice Of The State Of Religion In This Country In The Early Part Of The Seventeenth Century.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.
Thomas W. Evans was chair of the trustees at Teachers College, where he also served as an adjunct professor of education and administration. His books include The School in the Home and Mentors. A graduate of Columbia Law School, his legal publications include Admissions Practice and the PLI series on Nuclear Litigation (editor and co-author). Evans' knowledge of politics stems largely from his years with the Mudge Rose firm (once known as Nixon Mudge), where he was a senior litigator and (for a decade) managing partner. Quite apart from his professional duties, he oversaw the 1968 New Hampshire primary and set up a national grass roots citizens' organization. Richard Nixon described Evans to historian Theodore White as one of three men who convinced Nixon to run for the presidency again in 1968.
While Evans never served in the Nixon administration, he was counsel to the Points of Light Foundation under Bush (41) and for eight years chair of the White House's national symposium on partnerships in education under Reagan. He consulted with officials of the Clinton administration about educational reform, and, locally, served on commissions under Mayors Koch and Dinkins.
