Speeches, Addresses, and Occasional Sermons, Volume 1 (of 3) By: Theodore Parker (1810-1860)
Speeches, Addresses, and Occasional Sermons, Volume 1 by Theodore Parker is a thought-provoking collection of some of the author's most powerful works. Parker's eloquent writing style and compelling arguments make this book a must-read for anyone interested in theology, social justice, and the power of the spoken word. Throughout the book, Parker addresses a wide range of topics, from the nature of God and the importance of personal morality to the evils of slavery and the need for social reform. His speeches and sermons are passionate and persuasive, challenging readers to think critically about the world around them and inspiring them to take action to create positive change. One of the most striking aspects of this book is Parker's unwavering commitment to his beliefs. His fearless advocacy for justice and equality is both inspiring and humbling, reminding readers that true moral courage often requires speaking out against the status quo. Overall, Speeches, Addresses, and Occasional Sermons, Volume 1 is a powerful and timely collection that will appeal to anyone looking for insight and inspiration in troubled times. Theodore Parker's words are as relevant today as they were in his own time, making this book essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, politics, and social justice. First Page: SPEECHES, ADDRESSES, AND OCCASIONAL SERMONS, BY THEODORE PARKER, MINISTER OF THE TWENTY EIGHTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH IN BOSTON. IN THREE VOLUMES. VOL. I. BOSTON: HORACE B. FULLER, (SUCCESSOR TO WALKER, FULLER, AND COMPANY,) 245, WASHINGTON STREET. 1867. Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1855, by THEODORE PARKER, in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the District of Massachusetts. TO FRANCIS JACKSON, THE FOE 'GAINST EVERY FORM OF WRONG, THE FRIEND OF JUSTICE, WHOSE WIDE HUMANITY CONTENDS FOR WOMAN'S NATURAL AND UNALIENABLE RIGHT; AGAINST HIS NATION'S CRUELTY PROTECTS THE SLAVE; IN THE CRIMINAL BEHOLDS A BROTHER TO BE REFORMED; GOES TO MEN FALLEN AMONG THIEVES, WHOM PRIESTS AND LEVITES SACRAMENTALLY PASS BY, AND SEEKS TO SOOTHE AND HEAL AND BLESS THEM THAT ARE READY TO PERISH: WITH ADMIRATION FOR HIS UNSURPASSED INTEGRITY, HIS COURAGE WHICH NOTHING SCARES, AND HIS TRUE RELIGION THAT WOULD BRING PEACE ON EARTH AND GOOD WILL TO MAN, THESE VOLUMES ARE THANKFULLY DEDICATED BY HIS MINISTER AND FRIEND, THEODORE PARKER. PREFACE. I have collected in these volumes several Speeches, Addresses and occasional Sermons, which I have delivered at various times during the last seven years. Most of them were prepared for some special emergency: only two papers, that on "The Relation of Jesus to his Age and the Ages," and that on "Immortal Life," were written without reference to some such emergency... Continue reading book >>

Speeches, Addresses, and Occasional Sermons, Volume 1 (of 3) By: Theodore Parker (1810-1860)

Speeches, Addresses, and Occasional Sermons, Volume 1 by Theodore Parker is a thought-provoking collection of some of the author's most powerful works. Parker's eloquent writing style and compelling arguments make this book a must-read for anyone interested in theology, social justice, and the power of the spoken word.

Throughout the book, Parker addresses a wide range of topics, from the nature of God and the importance of personal morality to the evils of slavery and the need for social reform. His speeches and sermons are passionate and persuasive, challenging readers to think critically about the world around them and inspiring them to take action to create positive change.

One of the most striking aspects of this book is Parker's unwavering commitment to his beliefs. His fearless advocacy for justice and equality is both inspiring and humbling, reminding readers that true moral courage often requires speaking out against the status quo.

Overall, Speeches, Addresses, and Occasional Sermons, Volume 1 is a powerful and timely collection that will appeal to anyone looking for insight and inspiration in troubled times. Theodore Parker's words are as relevant today as they were in his own time, making this book essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, politics, and social justice.

First Page:

SPEECHES, ADDRESSES,

AND

OCCASIONAL SERMONS,

THEODORE PARKER,

MINISTER OF THE TWENTY EIGHTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH IN BOSTON.

IN THREE VOLUMES.

VOL. I.

BOSTON: HORACE B. FULLER, (SUCCESSOR TO WALKER, FULLER, AND COMPANY,) 245, WASHINGTON STREET. 1867.

Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1855, by THEODORE PARKER, in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the District of Massachusetts.

FRANCIS JACKSON,

THE FOE 'GAINST EVERY FORM OF WRONG, THE FRIEND OF JUSTICE, WHOSE WIDE HUMANITY CONTENDS FOR WOMAN'S NATURAL AND UNALIENABLE RIGHT; AGAINST HIS NATION'S CRUELTY PROTECTS THE SLAVE; IN THE CRIMINAL BEHOLDS A BROTHER TO BE REFORMED; GOES TO MEN FALLEN AMONG THIEVES, WHOM PRIESTS AND LEVITES SACRAMENTALLY PASS BY, AND SEEKS TO SOOTHE AND HEAL AND BLESS THEM THAT ARE READY TO PERISH: WITH ADMIRATION FOR HIS UNSURPASSED INTEGRITY, HIS COURAGE WHICH NOTHING SCARES, AND HIS TRUE RELIGION THAT WOULD BRING PEACE ON EARTH AND GOOD WILL TO MAN, THESE VOLUMES ARE THANKFULLY DEDICATED BY HIS MINISTER AND FRIEND,

THEODORE PARKER.

PREFACE.

I have collected in these volumes several Speeches, Addresses and occasional Sermons, which I have delivered at various times during the last seven years. Most of them were prepared for some special emergency: only two papers, that on "The Relation of Jesus to his Age and the Ages," and that on "Immortal Life," were written without reference to some such emergency... Continue reading book >>

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