An Exposition of the Thirty-Nine Articles of the Church of England

By Gilbert Burnet

Book Overview

""An Exposition Of The Thirty-Nine Articles Of The Church Of England"" is a comprehensive guide to the core beliefs and doctrines of the Anglican Church. Written by Gilbert Burnet, a prominent theologian and bishop of the Church of England in the 17th century, the book offers a detailed analysis of the Thirty-Nine Articles, which were established in 1563 to define the principles of the Anglican faith.The book is divided into 39 chapters, each of which focuses on one of the Articles. Burnet provides a thorough explanation of each Article, drawing on biblical references, historical context, and theological insights to offer a clear and concise interpretation. He also offers critical commentary on some of the more controversial Articles, addressing issues such as predestination, the nature of the sacraments, and the role of the Church in society.Overall, ""An Exposition Of The Thirty-Nine Articles Of The Church Of England"" is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the fundamental beliefs of the Anglican Church. Burnet's erudite and accessible writing style, combined with his deep knowledge of theology and history, make this book a timeless classic that continues to be widely read and studied today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432644556
• ISBN13: 9781432644550
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 616 Pages
• Weight: 1.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"