The American Lutheran Church: Historically, Doctrinally, And Practically Delineated, In Several Occasional Discourses (1852)

By Samuel Simon Schmucker

Book Overview

The American Lutheran Church: Historically, Doctrinally, And Practically Delineated, In Several Occasional Discourses is a book written by Samuel Simon Schmucker in 1852. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the American Lutheran Church, covering its history, doctrines, and practices. It is divided into several discourses that discuss various aspects of the church's theology and organization.Schmucker begins by tracing the history of the Lutheran Church in America, from its roots in Europe to its establishment in the United States. He then delves into the church's doctrines, including its beliefs about God, Christ, salvation, and the sacraments. Schmucker also discusses the practical aspects of the church, such as its worship services, governance, and outreach efforts.Throughout the book, Schmucker emphasizes the importance of the Lutheran Church's distinctiveness and its role in American society. He argues that the church has a unique contribution to make to the country's religious and cultural landscape, and that it should strive to maintain its identity and influence.Overall, The American Lutheran Church is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, theology, and practice of this important religious denomination. Schmucker's insights and observations provide a fascinating glimpse into the development of the church in America and its place in the broader context of American religious history.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: 1437104576
• ISBN13: 9781437104578
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"