Background and Development of Brethren Doctrines 1650 - 1987

Dale R. Stoffer

ISBN 10: 0936693223 / ISBN 13: 9780936693224

Published by Brethren Encyclopedia, Inc., Philadelphia, PA, 1989

About this Item

327 pp, the book and contents are very clean and tight, rear cover has light scuffing, a very solid and usable book. Size: 48mo - over 3" - 4" tall.

Seller Inventory # 009803

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Background and Development of Brethren Doctrines 1650 - 1987
• Publisher: Brethren Encyclopedia, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
• Publication Date: 1989
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0936693223
• ISBN 13: 9780936693224
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: Assumed First Edition.
• Condition: VG
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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Synopsis

The Background & Development of Brethren Doctrine 1650-1987 is an extensive (327 pages) book, written by Dale R. Stoffer. It represents the best information now available on the movements which shaped the Brethren, especially Pietism & Anabaptism. Three theologians whose views shaped the Brethren movement are profiled: Alexander Mack (first Brethren minister), Peter Nead (leading 19th century churchman), & J. Allen Miller (prominent Brethren Church leader). Liberalism & fundamentalism are discussed, particularly in light of their impact upon the Brethren bodies. The divisions of the 1880s are thoroughly studied. This comprehensive monograph provides the best current analysis & orientation for the understanding the roots & fruits of the several Brethren denominations. The book includes an index of scripture references; persons, places & institutions, & theological subjects.