Sabbath in Puritan New England by Alice Morse Earle

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Author Earle, Alice Morse, 1851-1911
Title Sabbath in Puritan New England
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Summary "Sabbath in Puritan New England" by Alice Morse Earle is a historical account likely written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the customs and practices surrounding the observance of the Sabbath among early Puritan settlers in New England, highlighting how these practices shaped community life and social structure. The opening of the book introduces readers to the significance of the meeting-house as a cornerstone of Puritan worship and community life. Earle describes how the settlers built simple gathering places for public worship, emphasizing the community's reverence for these structures and the laws enforcing their establishment. She vividly illustrates the physical characteristics of early meeting-houses, detailing the evolution of their architecture and the regulations around seating arrangements that reflected societal hierarchies. By incorporating anecdotes about the tithingman, the enforcer of decorum in these settings, Earle sets an intriguing tone that captures both the seriousness and the unexpected levity of Puritan worship practices, drawing readers into a world steeped in historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F001: United States local history: New England
Subject Sunday
Subject New England -- Social life and customs -- To 1775
Subject New England -- Religious life and customs
Category Text
EBook-No. 8659
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 8, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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