By What Authority? (1904)

By What Authority? is a theological book written by Robert Hugh Benson and published in 1904. The book explores the question of authority in the Christian Church, particularly in relation to the Anglican Church and the Roman Catholic Church. Benson argues that the Anglican Church lacks a clear and authoritative source of doctrine and teaching, and that this has led to confusion and division within the Church. He suggests that the Roman Catholic Church, on the other hand, possesses a clear and authoritative source of doctrine in the Pope and the Magisterium. Benson examines the history of the Church and the development of its authority structures, and argues that the Catholic Church's claim to authority is rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles. The book is written in a scholarly but accessible style and is intended for a general audience interested in theology and Church history.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.