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2009-05-24
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Church of Scotland. General Assembly
General Assembly of the Church of Scotland
The Acts of the General Assemblies of the Church of Scotland
"The Acts of the General Assemblies of the Church of Scotland" is a historical account documenting the proceedings and decisions of the assembly between 1638 and 1649. Compiled and printed in the late 17th century, it serves as a record of significant events and legislative acts that influenced the governance and practices of the Church of Scotland during a tumultuous period. The text is likely of interest to readers keen on ecclesiastical history, Scottish religious movements, or the development of Reformed churches. The opening of this work sets the scene for the turbulent religious and political landscape of Scotland in the early 17th century. It outlines the establishment and authority of the General Assembly, emphasizing the rejection of practices deemed corrupt or not aligned with the true tenets of faith as understood by its members. The assembly confronts the legitimacy of prior assemblies held under the influence of bishops and outlines acts against unauthorized doctrines and practices, such as the Book of Common Prayer. Furthermore, the text discusses formal denunciations of several prelates, marking a significant shift in ecclesiastical governance and establishing a framework for contemporary Reformed ministry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 43.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Scotland -- Church history -- 17th century
Ecclesiastical law -- Scotland
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Canon Law
Category: History - British
Category: History - Religious
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