A Theological Introduction to the Thirty-Nine Articles of the Church of England, (Hardcover)

<p>"A Theological Introduction to the Thirty-Nine Articles of the Church of England" is a definitive and comprehensive examination of the foundational doctrinal statements of the Anglican communion. Written by E. J. Bicknell, this seminal work provides a scholarly yet accessible guide to the historic articles that define the theological boundaries and identity of the Church of England.</p><p>The text meticulously analyzes each of the Thirty-Nine Articles, placing them within their historical, political, and theological contexts. Bicknell explores the origins of these statements during the English Reformation, elucidating their intent to navigate a middle path between Roman Catholicism and more radical forms of Protestantism. The work delves into central Christian tenets, including the nature of God, the authority of Scripture, the role of the sacraments, and the relationship between the Church and the State.</p><p>Designed for students of theology, clergy, and laypeople alike, this volume remains an essential resource for understanding the development of Anglican thought and the enduring relevance of its core confessions. By bridging the gap between historical scholarship and systematic theology, Bicknell offers profound insights into the synthesis of tradition, reason, and scripture that characterizes the Anglican tradition.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• A Theological Introduction to the Thirty-Nine Articles of the Church of England, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781026032404
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 596