Church Politics and Church Prospects (eBook)

Enriched edition. Unveiling the Power Dynamics: Religious Politics in 19th Century Church Governance

Beresford Hope (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020
53 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406606330-6 (EAN)

Infos

In "Church Politics and Church Prospects," Beresford Hope intricately examines the interplay between ecclesiastical authority and political dynamics in the Church of England during the 19th century. Through a blend of persuasive rhetoric and analytical discourse, Hope delves into the challenges faced by the Church amidst growing political liberalism and social reform. His prose, characterized by eloquence and a keen moral vision, reflects an era marked by the complexities of religious adaptation to modernity, making the book a significant contribution to ecclesiastical literature and Victorian studies. Beresford Hope was not only a clergyman but a prominent figure in the political landscape of his time, which profoundly influenced his insights in this work. Being deeply embedded in the Church and its challenges, he draws upon personal experiences and observations that reveal the tensions between tradition and progress. His political engagement and advocacy for the Church's relevance illustrate a noteworthy commitment to addressing the societal issues of his day, positioning him as a vital voice within Anglican discourse. This book is essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts of religious history, offering profound insights into the dilemmas of faith and governance. Hope's thoughtful engagement with the future prospects of the Church encourages readers to reflect on the ongoing relationship between religion and societal change, making it a timeless exploration of faith in a tumultuous era.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 8.12.2020
• Einführung: Ethan West
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Ethan West
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Politik / Verwaltung ► Politische Theorie
• Schlagworte: 19th century england • Anglicanism • British political influence • Christianity • church governance analysis • Church history • Church of England politics • clergy relationships politics • Culture • ecclesiastical history • ecclesiastical politics • Historical church context • political dynamics England • Religion • religion and power • religious leadership • religious politics • religious reform • Religious Studies • scholarly religious discourse • Social Institutions • social norms church • Society • Theology