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A Brief Account of the Rise and Progress of the People Called Quakers
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General ChristianityGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781023665872
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 108
Weight: 0.36
Height: 0.22 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
“A Brief Account of the Rise and Progress of the People Called Quakers†by William Penn offers a comprehensive overview of the foundational principles, doctrines, worship practices, ministry, and disciplinary structure of the Religious Society of Friends. Penn, a prominent figure in Quaker history, elucidates the core tenets of Quakerism, providing readers with insights into their unique approach to Christianity.
This account also presents a summary of historical religious dispensations, contextualizing the Quaker movement within a broader spiritual narrative. Originally published in the early 18th century, Penn's work remains a valuable resource for understanding the historical and theological origins of Quakerism and its lasting impact on religious thought and social reform.
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