Thoughts On Popery (1843)

By William 1797-1835 Nevins

Book Overview

Thoughts On Popery is a book written by William Nevins in 1843. The book is a collection of essays and articles that discuss the history, doctrines, and practices of the Roman Catholic Church, also known as ""Popery."" The author, a Protestant minister, presents a critical analysis of the Catholic Church and its teachings, arguing that they are contrary to the Bible and Christian faith. Nevins delves into various topics such as the authority of the Pope, the use of images and relics in worship, the veneration of Mary and the saints, the doctrine of transubstantiation, and the practice of confession. He argues that these practices are not only unscriptural but also harmful to Christian faith and morality. The book also includes a historical overview of the Catholic Church, tracing its origins and development from the early Christian church to the present day. Nevins provides a detailed account of the controversies and conflicts that have arisen between Protestants and Catholics throughout history. Overall, Thoughts On Popery is a passionate and well-researched critique of the Catholic Church from a Protestant perspective. The book offers insights into the theological and historical differences between the two faiths and sheds light on the ongoing debates and tensions between them.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: 1165780593
• ISBN13: 9781165780594
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"