A Faithful Account Of The Discipline Professed And Practiced In The Churches Of New England

A Faithful Account Of The Discipline Professed And Practiced In The Churches Of New England: With Interspersed And Instructive Reflections On The Discipline Of The Primitive Churches is a book written by Cotton Mather in 1726. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the discipline that was practiced in the churches of New England during the 17th and 18th centuries. It also includes reflections on the discipline of the primitive churches, offering insights into the ways in which early Christian communities organized themselves and maintained order. Mather's writing is informed by his deep knowledge of the Bible and his extensive experience as a pastor and theologian. He draws on a range of sources, including historical documents, theological treatises, and personal observations, to offer a nuanced and thoughtful analysis of the practices and beliefs of the New England churches. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of church discipline. Mather discusses topics such as the role of the pastor, the importance of church membership, the use of discipline to maintain order and promote spiritual growth, and the relationship between church and state. He also provides examples of specific cases in which discipline was applied, offering practical insights into how the principles he describes were put into practice. Overall, A Faithful Account Of The Discipline Professed And Practiced In The Churches Of New England: With Interspersed And Instructive Reflections On The Discipline Of The Primitive Churches is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the development of church discipline, or the ways in which religious communities have sought to organize themselves and maintain order over time.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.