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LoC No.: 01025123
Title:
The Scottish Reformation
Its Epochs, Episodes, Leaders, and Distinctive Characteristics
Credits: Produced by Susan Skinner, Jordan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Scottish Reformation" by Alexander F. Mitchell is a historical account written in the late 19th century. It examines the significant events, key figures, and unique characteristics of the Reformation in Scotland, emphasizing its theological and societal implications. The book seems to provide a thorough exploration of the Reformation’s evolution, focusing on influential figures such as Patrick Hamilton and John Knox, alongside a detailed investigation into the errors and corruption present in the medieval Church prior to the Reformation. At the start of the work, Mitchell sets the stage for understanding the necessity of the Reformation in Scotland. He discusses the decay and corruption within the medieval Church and highlights the transformative power of the reformers’ teachings. The opening portion dives into the foundational principles that spurred the movement, including the need for access to Scripture and the focus on salvation through faith in Christ. By illustrating the dire state of the Church and the fervent desires for change among reformers and followers alike, the text establishes a critical context for the upcoming chapters that promise to delve deeper into the specific stories and contributions of prominent figures in this pivotal historical period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Mitchell, Alexander F. (Alexander Ferrier), 1822-1899
Contributor: Christie, James, 1835-1913
Editor: Fleming, David Hay, 1849-1931
EBook No.: 22023
Published: Jul 9, 2007
Downloads: 288
Language: English
Subject: Reformation -- Scotland
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 01025123
Title:
The Scottish Reformation
Its Epochs, Episodes, Leaders, and Distinctive Characteristics
Credits: Produced by Susan Skinner, Jordan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Scottish Reformation" by Alexander F. Mitchell is a historical account written in the late 19th century. It examines the significant events, key figures, and unique characteristics of the Reformation in Scotland, emphasizing its theological and societal implications. The book seems to provide a thorough exploration of the Reformation’s evolution, focusing on influential figures such as Patrick Hamilton and John Knox, alongside a detailed investigation into the errors and corruption present in the medieval Church prior to the Reformation. At the start of the work, Mitchell sets the stage for understanding the necessity of the Reformation in Scotland. He discusses the decay and corruption within the medieval Church and highlights the transformative power of the reformers’ teachings. The opening portion dives into the foundational principles that spurred the movement, including the need for access to Scripture and the focus on salvation through faith in Christ. By illustrating the dire state of the Church and the fervent desires for change among reformers and followers alike, the text establishes a critical context for the upcoming chapters that promise to delve deeper into the specific stories and contributions of prominent figures in this pivotal historical period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Mitchell, Alexander F. (Alexander Ferrier), 1822-1899
Contributor: Christie, James, 1835-1913
Editor: Fleming, David Hay, 1849-1931
EBook No.: 22023
Published: Jul 9, 2007
Downloads: 288
Language: English
Subject: Reformation -- Scotland
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.