ISBN: 9781330778845 - the baptist movement in the continent of europe (classic reprint): a contribution to modern history: a contribution to modern history (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book narrates the origin of and provides a comprehensive history of modern European Baptist movements, exploring their religious beliefs, persecutions, and contributions to their respective societies from their inception to the early 20th century. The narrative begins with the life story of Johann Gerhard Oncken, who pioneered the movement in Germany in the 1830s and continues with the spread of the movement to neighboring countries. It details the difficulties and triumphs faced by early Baptists throughout Europe, highlighting their tenacity and commitment to their beliefs. The authorâs chronicle of the movement traces the establishment of Baptist communities, the training of ministers, the ordination of deacons, the building of chapels, and the launching of publicationsâ"all of which were accomplished despite hostility and oppression by the state and local clergy. The book also sheds light on the struggles for religious freedom and the influence of the German Baptist movement on other religious denominations. It concludes by reflecting on the significance of the Baptistsâ contributions to European society through their emphasis on individual conscience, religious tolerance, and the separation of church and state. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …