Forms Of Prayer, And Other Offices: For The Use Of Unitarian Societies (1783)

By Joseph Priestley

Book Overview

Forms of Prayer, and Other Offices: For the Use of Unitarian Societies is a book written by Joseph Priestley in 1783. The book is a collection of prayers and other religious services for use by Unitarian societies. The author was a leading figure in the Unitarian movement in the late 18th century and this book was intended to provide a guide for Unitarians to follow in their worship. The book includes prayers for various occasions, such as morning and evening prayer, prayers for the sick and dying, and prayers for special occasions like weddings and funerals. It also includes a variety of other religious services, such as a service for the dedication of a new church or the ordination of a minister. The book reflects Priestley's belief in the importance of reason and rationality in religion, and his rejection of traditional Christian doctrines like the Trinity. Overall, Forms of Prayer, and Other Offices is an important historical document that provides insight into the beliefs and practices of the Unitarian movement in the late 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of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: 1104749920
• ISBN13: 9781104749927
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"