The Works of Mr. George Gillespie (Vol. 1 of 2) by George Gillespie

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Author Gillespie, George, 1613-1648
Contributor Hetherington, W. M. (William Maxwell), 1803-1865
Title The Works of Mr. George Gillespie (Vol. 1 of 2)
Summary "The Works of Mr. George Gillespie (Vol. 1 of 2)" by George Gillespie is a collection of theological writings and controversial discourses written in the mid-17th century. This work encapsulates Gillespie's staunch defense of Presbyterian governance over Episcopal practices in the Church of Scotland, focusing on the arguments against the imposition of what he terms "English Popish Ceremonies." The opening of the text introduces readers to Georges Gillespie's significant role in ecclesiastical debates of his time. It details his early life, education, and his determined fight against prelacy within the Church, which culminated in the publication of his influential work "A Dispute Against the English Popish Ceremonies" in 1637. It highlights his trajectory through the Westminster Assembly, where he emerged as a key figure in theological discussions, advocating for a distinct form of church government that championed spiritual liberty and the supremacy of scripture. The initial chapters promise a rigorous examination of church ceremonies' necessity, expediency, lawfulness, and indifferency, setting the stage for an insightful exploration of the tensions between competing theological ideologies of the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Gillespie, George, 1613-1648
Subject Church of Scotland -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 26849
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 20, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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