| Author |
Clarkson, Thomas, 1760-1846 |
| Title |
A Portraiture of Quakerism, Volume 3
Taken from a View of the Education and Discipline, Social Manners, Civil and Political Economy, Religious Principles and Character, of the Society of Friends
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"A Portraiture of Quakerism, Volume 3" by Thomas Clarkson is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The work examines the beliefs, practices, and social dynamics of the Society of Friends, commonly known as Quakers, detailing their education, discipline, and approaches to civil and political engagement, along with their religious principles. Clarkson aims to present the moral character and tenets of the Quakers in the context of their historical impact and values. The opening of the volume introduces the Quaker beliefs, highlighting their distinct approach to civil government, war, and oaths. It starts with the assertion that civil authorities have no right to interfere in religious matters, emphasizing the importance of personal conscience over legislative power. Quakers maintain that they must suffer the consequences of their beliefs rather than engage in conflict, which is consistent with their teachings on non-violence and moral integrity. The text further elaborates on their refusal to swear oaths, underlining the belief that truth should be paramount without the need for solemn pledges, thereby setting the stage for deeper exploration of Quaker principles throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Society of Friends
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15304 |
| Release Date |
Mar 9, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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