A Short Account Of The People Called Quakers

Their Rise, Religious Principles And Settlement In America

Autori

• Anthony Benezet

Parametri

• Esoterismo e religione

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Focusing on the Quaker community, this historical account explores their origins, beliefs, and migration to America during the 17th century. Anthony Benezet details their unique religious principles, including the concept of the inner light and their opposition to formal sacraments. The book highlights the challenges they faced, such as persecution, and underscores their significant contributions to American society, particularly in social justice and the abolition of slavery. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of religion and history in the United States.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2007

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