Further Letters Of Richard Meux Benson (1920)

By Richard Meux Benson

Book Overview

Further Letters of Richard Meux Benson is a book that contains a collection of letters written by Richard Meux Benson, a prominent Anglican priest and founder of the Society of St. John the Evangelist (SSJE), a religious order for men. The letters in this book were written between 1885 and 1915, and they provide a glimpse into Benson's personal and spiritual life, as well as his thoughts on various theological and social issues of his time.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Benson's life and work. The first section includes letters written during Benson's early years as a priest, when he was still struggling to find his place in the Church of England. The second section focuses on his work as the founder and leader of the SSJE, and includes letters to his fellow brothers in the order, as well as to other religious leaders and laypeople.The third section of the book contains letters written during Benson's travels abroad, including his visits to the Holy Land and the United States. These letters offer insights into his experiences of different cultures and religions, as well as his reflections on the nature of pilgrimage and spiritual journeying.The final section of the book includes letters written during Benson's later years, when he was increasingly concerned with social justice issues and the role of the Church in addressing them. These letters reveal his growing commitment to social activism and his belief in the importance of Christian witness in the world.Overall, Further Letters of Richard Meux Benson is a fascinating and insightful collection of writings by one of the most influential Anglican priests of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It offers a unique perspective on the development of the Anglo-Catholic movement, as well as on the broader social and political issues of the time.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: 1104752077
• ISBN13: 9781104752071
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 362 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"