| Description |
xiii, 191 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
Sixteenth century essays & studies ; v. 70
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Sixteenth century essays & studies ; v. 70.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 175-182) and index. |
| Contents |
The politics of godliness -- The errors of Rome -- Fraterne dissentire -- "Subtiltie" exposed -- Creating godliness. |
| Summary |
"This study explores puritan attitudes through the life and works of Elizabethan minister George Gifford. Using archival records and Gifford's large corpus of published treatises, dialogues, and sermons, McGinnis looks at Gifford's support and opposition in his ministry at Maldon, and his recurring conflicts with ecclesiastical authorities. He explores Gifford's writings on Catholicism, separatism, and witchcraft, and considers how Gifford's attention to practical ministry interacted with national debates. McGinnis also analyzes Gifford's attempt to translate Protestant doctrines into a language accessible to the average layperson on his sermons and catechism." "Those interested in popular religion and culture, pastoral ministry, and puritanism on both sides of the Atlantic will benefit from this study of one on the front lines of religious controversies during the turbulent years of Elizabeth's reign."--BOOK JACKET. |
| Subject |
Gifford, George, 1547 or 1548-1600.
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Gifford, George, 1547 or 1548-1600. |
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Puritans -- England.
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Puritans. |
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England. |
| ISBN |
9781931112413 paperback alkaline paper |
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1931112401 hardcover alkaline paper |
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9781931112406 hardcover alkaline paper |
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193111241X paperback alkaline paper |
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