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William Law And A Serious Call To The Devout Life

William Law And A Serious Call To The Devout Life

Drake, F. W.

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1162869305
ISBN13: 9781162869308
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.13
Height: 0.07 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
William Law and A Serious Call to the Devout Life is a book written by F.W. Drake, which explores the life and teachings of William Law, an 18th-century Anglican priest, theologian, and writer. The book is a comprehensive study of Law's most famous work, A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life, which was published in 1728 and has since become a classic of Christian literature.The book begins with an introduction to William Law and his background, including his early life, education, and conversion to Christianity. It then delves into Law's philosophy of the Christian life, outlining his beliefs on the importance of devotion, prayer, and self-denial in achieving spiritual growth and holiness.Drake provides a detailed analysis of Law's arguments and teachings, exploring the themes of repentance, humility, and the pursuit of virtue. He also examines Law's views on the role of the Church, the sacraments, and the Bible in the Christian life.Throughout the book, Drake draws on Law's own writings and letters, as well as the works of other theologians and scholars, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of this influential figure in Christian history. He also offers insights into the relevance of Law's teachings for contemporary Christians, highlighting the enduring importance of his message of devotion, piety, and spiritual discipline.Overall, William Law and A Serious Call to the Devout Life is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Christian faith and to explore the writings of one of its most insightful and inspiring thinkers.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Masters of the Spiritual Life, by F. W. Drake. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595595.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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