Christian Literature by John Stoughton
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"Christian Literature" by John Stoughton is a sermon delivered in 1870 during the seventy-first anniversary of the Religious Tract Society. This work can be classified as a religious and theological address, reflecting on the nature and purpose of Christian literature. It likely belongs to the Victorian era, a time characterized by a flourishing of religious thought and literary expression. In this sermon, Stoughton emphasizes the vital role that Christian literature plays in
spreading the teachings and truth of Christianity. He discusses the historical significance of the Bible and its supporting texts, advocating for their thorough study and reflection. The sermon touches on the importance of diversifying literature to reflect Christian values, calling for an engagement with both sacred and secular texts to enrich understanding and inspire moral living. He argues for the significance of the Religious Tract Society and the impact of its publications in educating and converting individuals to faith, emphasizing a collective obligation to promote uplifting literature that nurtures both individual spirituality and communal welfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stoughton, John, 1807-1897 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Christian Literature a sermon delivered May 8th, 1870, in Kensington Chapel, at the seventy-first anniversary of the Religious Tract Society |
| Credits | Transcribed from the [1870] edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| Subject | Sermons, English -- 19th century |
| Subject | Congregational churches -- Sermons |
| Subject | Christian literature -- Sermons |
| Subject | Bible. John, XXI, 25 -- Sermons |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64472 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-64472-1 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 494 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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