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George Fox's Concept Of The Church, Arthur O. Roberts
George Fox's Concept Of The Church, Arthur O. Roberts
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Arthur Roberts' dissertation (Boston University, 1954)
Abstract:
The purpose of this study is to determine the significance of George Fox's concept of the Church for his doctrinal teachings and for his work as a religious leader in seventeenth century England. Literature in the field o early Quakerism, extensive and varied though it is, has neglected formulation of Fox's views on the basis of such a dominant ideal. The present study is based primarily upon the printed, collection of Fox's works. During the Interregnum, England struggled for authority and for unity. Fox was part of the radical wing of the Puritan …