The German Sectarians Of Pennsylvania, 1708-1742

The German Sectarians of Pennsylvania, 1708-1742: A Critical and Legendary History of the Ephrata Cloister and the Dunkers is a book written by Julius Friedrich Sachse in 1899. It provides a comprehensive and critical examination of the history of two religious communities in Pennsylvania during the early 18th century. The first community is the Ephrata Cloister, a group of celibate monks and nuns who followed a strict ascetic lifestyle and practiced various forms of mystical and spiritual disciplines. The second community is the Dunkers, also known as the German Baptist Brethren, who were a group of Anabaptist Christians who rejected infant baptism and practiced adult baptism by immersion. Sachse's book is based on extensive research, including primary sources such as diaries, letters, and documents written by members of these communities. He provides a detailed account of their history, beliefs, practices, and daily life, as well as their interactions with the broader society in colonial Pennsylvania. Sachse also includes a critical analysis of the myths and legends that have grown up around these communities over the years, separating fact from fiction and providing a more accurate portrayal of their history. Overall, The German Sectarians of Pennsylvania, 1708-1742 is an important work of historical scholarship that sheds light on a little-known aspect of American religious history. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and beliefs of two unique religious communities and their impact on the broader society in colonial Pennsylvania.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.