The King Of The Earth: And Other Sermons On National Subjects (1872)

By Charles Kingsley

Book Overview

The King Of The Earth: And Other Sermons On National Subjects is a book written by Charles Kingsley and published in 1872. The book contains a collection of sermons on various national subjects that were preached by Kingsley, who was an Anglican priest and a renowned author. The sermons in the book cover a wide range of topics, including patriotism, the role of the state in promoting social justice, the importance of education, and the relationship between religion and politics. Kingsley's sermons are characterized by his passionate and eloquent style of preaching, which is aimed at inspiring his audience to take action on the issues he addresses.One of the central themes of the book is the idea that the Earth belongs to God, and that human beings are merely stewards of its resources. Kingsley argues that nations have a responsibility to use these resources for the greater good, rather than for personal gain or profit. He also emphasizes the importance of social justice and the need for governments to take an active role in promoting equality and fairness.Overall, The King Of The Earth: And Other Sermons On National Subjects is a thought-provoking and inspiring book that offers valuable insights into the role of religion in shaping national discourse and policy. Kingsley's sermons are still relevant today, and his message of social responsibility and justice continues to resonate with readers around the world.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: 1165607557
• ISBN13: 9781165607556
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"