Chapters From The History Of The Free Church Of Scotland

By Norman L. Walker

Book Overview

Chapters From The History Of The Free Church Of Scotland is a book written by Norman L. Walker. It is a detailed account of the history of the Free Church of Scotland, which was formed in 1843 as a result of the Disruption of the Church of Scotland. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the church's history.The author begins by providing background information on the events leading up to the Disruption, including the controversy over patronage and the rise of evangelicalism in Scotland. He then goes on to describe the formation of the Free Church, the struggles it faced in its early years, and its eventual growth and expansion.The book also covers the role of key figures in the Free Church's history, including Thomas Chalmers, the first moderator of the General Assembly, and William Robertson Smith, a controversial theologian who was eventually dismissed from his position at the Free Church College in Aberdeen.Throughout the book, Walker provides detailed accounts of the Free Church's involvement in various social and political issues, including education, temperance, and the fight against slavery. He also discusses the church's relationship with other religious groups, including the Church of Scotland and the United Free Church of Scotland.Overall, Chapters From The History Of The Free Church Of Scotland is a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of one of Scotland's most important religious institutions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history, religion, or social and political issues.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: 1432545868
• ISBN13: 9781432545864
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"