A plaine and familiar exposition of the Ten commandements. With a methodicall short catechisme, containing briefly the principall grounds of Christian religion. The eighteenth edition. Newly corrected and amended by the author.

DOD, John.

Published by London: [John Haviland for] Thomas Man (assign. of) sold by John Wright,, 1630

4to (180x135mm), pp. [6], 338, [24] (col.A-Z8); the eighteenth edition, small device to title page, chapter headings with woodcut band decorations; first blank strengthened with modern paper, with manuscript inscription reading Thomas [?]er (erased) his Booke November: 1669 Nottingham and Remember thy [?] my days of thy youth while thy [?] thou hast George recite his book ; some soiling; contemporary English calf boards, double blind tooled ruled borders, rebacked to style, raised bands. Renowned English Puritan leader John Dod, nicknamed "Decalogue Dod," gained fame for co-authoring "A Plaine and Familiar Exposition of the Ten Commandments" with Robert Cleaver. First published in 1603, the work enjoyed immense popularity, going through nineteen editions over thirty-three years. Dod's emphasis on the moral principles within each commandment created a godly code of ethics influencing various life aspects such as marriage, the household, the calling, and the community. Dod's commitment to these Puritan ideals is evident in the enduring impact of the work, solidifying his legacy during a period marked by religious and political upheaval in England. Seller Inventory # ABE-1709126528577

Bibliographic Details

Title: A plaine and familiar exposition of the Ten ...
Publisher: London: [John Haviland for] Thomas Man (assign. of) sold by John Wright,
Publication Date: 1630
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 5th or later Edition