| Author |
Irons, William J. (William Josiah), 1812-1883 |
| Title |
Proposed Surrender of the Prayer-Book and Articles of the Church of England
A Letter to the Lord Bishop of London on Professor Stanley's Views of Clerical and University "Subscription"
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1863 Rivingtons edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Proposed Surrender of the Prayer-Book and Articles of the Church of England" by William J. Irons, D.D., is a theological letter written in the mid-19th century, specifically in the context of the debates surrounding clerical subscription to the Church of England's doctrine. The book engages with contemporary discussions about the authority of the Prayer Book and Articles of Religion, addressing views put forward by Professor Stanley, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining traditional orthodoxy within the church. In the text, Irons articulates his concern regarding proposals to relax or abolish the subscription required of clergy, fearing this would lead to a threat against the established Church of England. He critiques Dr. Stanley's arguments, which advocate for greater theological freedom and a move toward modern thought, and he argues for the necessity of maintaining a commitment to liturgical and doctrinal standards as safeguards of faith. Irons provides a historical analysis of the Church's subscription practices, arguing that these were established to create unity and uphold the teachings of the church amidst a landscape of doctrinal diversity. Ultimately, he makes a case for the continued relevance of the Prayer Book as an essential component of Anglican worship and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Church of England. Book of common prayer
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| Subject |
Stanley, Arthur Penrhyn, 1815-1881. Letter to the Lord Bishop of London on the state of subscription in the Church of England and in the University of Oxford
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| Subject |
Church of England. Thirty-nine Articles
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| Subject |
Church of England -- Doctrines -- History -- 19th century
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Church of England -- Liturgy -- History -- 19th century
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University of Oxford -- Religion -- History -- 19th century
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Dissenters, Religious -- England -- History -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Church and college -- England -- History -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
49114 |
| Release Date |
Jun 2, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 5, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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