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About this eBook
| Author | Arnold, Matthew, 1822-1888 |
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| LoC No. | 40002702 |
| Title | St. Paul and Protestantism, with an Essay on Puritanism and the Church of England |
| Note | Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "St. Paul and Protestantism, with an Essay on Puritanism and the Church of England" by Matthew Arnold is a theological discourse written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the relationship between the teachings of St. Paul and the principles of Protestantism, particularly focusing on the Puritan tradition and its interpretations. Arnold critiques the foundational doctrines of Puritanism and aims to reconcile them with the authentic essence of Pauline theology. The opening of the text introduces themes of theological interpretation, emphasizing the misunderstanding of Scripture that can occur within various traditions. Arnold addresses the complexities and misconceptions surrounding the teachings of St. Paul, highlighting how Puritanism often distorts or simplifies these ideas. He critiques both Calvinist and Arminian perspectives within Puritanism while advocating for a return to a more profound and nuanced understanding of Christian doctrine, grounded in the teachings of St. Paul. The narrative sets the stage for a detailed examination of how these interpretations affect the broader Christian faith and the Church of England's own identity within the Protestant movement. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| Subject | Protestantism |
| Subject | Paul, the Apostle, Saint |
| Subject | Church of England -- Controversial literature |
| Subject | Puritans |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54793 |
| Release Date | May 27, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 59 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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