By: Richard Baxter (1615-1691)
Quaker's Catechism is a thought-provoking and insightful examination of the Quaker faith written by Richard Baxter. The book delves into the beliefs and practices of the Quaker community, with Baxter providing a comprehensive overview of their history, theology, and ways of worship.
One of the standout features of the book is Baxter's clear and concise writing style, which makes complex theological concepts accessible to readers of all backgrounds. His deep appreciation for the Quaker faith is evident throughout the book, as he explores their commitment to simplicity, equality, and nonviolence.
Baxter also delves into the challenges faced by the Quaker community, both historically and in contemporary times, shedding light on the struggles and triumphs of this often misunderstood religious group. Overall, Quaker's Catechism is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Quaker faith and its rich traditions. Book Description: I suppose thou wilt marvel that I trouble myself with so wild a generation as the people called Quakers are or that I trouble thee with a few hasty lines which I wrote on such an occasion. I'll truly tell thee the cause of both: They sent me five several papers, one of them containing the queries which I answer, and others of them almost nothing but a bundle of filthy railing words. They chose out one day, when it pleased God to confine me to my chamber by sickness to come into our assembly and after morning sermon to fall a questioning the preacher, my assistant and because he avoided public disputing with them at that season, as not taking it for a profitable spending of the Lord’s Day, they call him the hireling that flieth. I find that they do so challenge and brag and triumph, if we say nothing to them, and that too many simple people expect that we should answer them, that I resolved to send them this brief answer to their questions. - Summary adapted from Preface
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