A Treatise of Daunses, Wherin It is Shewed, That They Are as It Were…
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"A Treatise of Daunses, Wherin It is Shewed, That They Are as It Were…" is a treatise likely written in the late 16th century, focusing on the implications and morality surrounding dancing within Christian communities. The book argues that dances are closely linked with immorality and whoredom, positioning them as temptations that undermine Christian values. Its historical context suggests a time when societal norms were heavily influenced by religious beliefs, making the
discussion of leisure activities, such as dancing, contentious. The treatise delves into various arguments against dancing, stating that it incites lust and engages both men and women in shameless behaviors. The author cites numerous biblical references to substantiate his claims, emphasizing the supposed dangers that dancing poses to moral integrity and communal decency. By discussing the origins of dancing and historical attitudes towards it, including perspectives from both ancient and contemporary sources, the author aims to persuade readers to abandon such practices. Ultimately, it is a call to uphold Christian virtues and distance oneself from activities that could lead to sin and moral degradation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title |
A Treatise of Daunses, Wherin It is Shewed, That They Are as It Were Accessories and Dependants (Or Thynges Annexed) to Whoredome Where Also by the Way is Touched and Proued, That Playes Are Ioyned and Knit Togeather in a Rancke or Rowe with Them (1581) |
| Alternate Title |
Treatise of Dances, Wherein It is Showed, That They Are as It Were Accessories and Dependants (Or Things Annexed) to Whoredom Where Also by the Way is Touched and Proved, That Plays Are Joined and Knit Together in a Rank or Row with Them |
| Credits | Produced by Greg Lindahl |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Theater -- Moral and ethical aspects -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Dance -- Moral and ethical aspects -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 10108 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-10108-8 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 443 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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