The Conception Of Priesthood In The Early Church And In The Church Of England

The Conception of Priesthood in the Early Church and in the Church of England: Four Sermons is a book written by William Sanday and published in 1899. The book explores the concept of priesthood in the early Christian church and how it evolved over time to become what it is in the Church of England. Sanday presents four sermons that delve into the historical and theological aspects of priesthood, drawing on his extensive knowledge of church history, biblical studies, and theology. The first sermon discusses the origins of the priesthood in the Old Testament and how it was transformed in the New Testament era. The second sermon examines the role of the priest in the early Christian church, including the development of the sacraments and the establishment of the priesthood as a distinct office. The third sermon explores the relationship between the priesthood and the laity, particularly in terms of the authority and power of the priest. Finally, the fourth sermon discusses the current state of the priesthood in the Church of England and how it has evolved over time. Overall, The Conception of Priesthood in the Early Church and in the Church of England: Four Sermons is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the history and theology of priesthood in Christianity.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.