Declaration To His Subjects Concerning Lawful Sports To Be Used On Sundays

By Charles I of England

"Declaration to His Subjects Concerning Lawful Sports to be Used on Sundays" is a proclamation issued by King Charles I of England in 1633. It reiterated and expanded upon a similar declaration issued by his father, James I, known as the "Book of Sports." The declaration specified a list of sports and recreations that were permitted on Sundays and holy days, aiming to counter the growing influence of Puritanism, which advocated for strict Sabbatarianism.

This document is a key historical artifact reflecting the religious and social tensions of 17th-century England. It highlights the conflict between the Crown and Puritan factions over issues of religious observance and the role of the Church in daily life. The declaration proved controversial and was eventually rescinded during the English Civil War, but it remains an important source for understanding the Stuart monarchy's policies and the religious landscape of the era.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1175266051
• ISBN13: 9781175266057
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"