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Hardcover. Condizione: Good. BARCLAY, Robert. FRANKLIN, James (Printer). A catechism and confession of faith, : approved of, and agreed unto, by the general assembly of the patriarchs, prophets, and apostles, Christ himself chief speaker in and among them. : Which containeth a true and faithful account of the principles and doctrines which are most surely believed by the churches of Christ in Great Britain and Ireland, who are reproachfully called by the name of Quakers. Printed by James Franklin, at the Town- School-House., Newport [Rhode Island]:, 1752. 12mo., Early 20th century calf; internally some toning and light staining to t.p. A Catechism and Confession of Faith" by Robert Barclay is a seminal Quaker theological text, published in 1752. This catechism-style book delineates Quaker beliefs, utilizing a question-and-answer format to simplify complex doctrines. Barclay employs scriptural evidence to underpin the Quaker ethos, emphasizing direct, personal spirituality and scriptural authority. The text is pivotal in deHIning Quaker religious tenets during a period of signiHIcant expansion in the American colonies. James Franklin, who printed Barclay's book, was an inOPuential early American printer based in Newport, Rhode Island, known for producing a mix of religious and political literature. Notably, he was the elder brother of Benjamin Franklin. Their relationship was complex and formative; Benjamin apprenticed under James, learning the printing trade before eventually establishing his own illustrious career.…