The Lay-Man's Sermon upon the Late Storm by Daniel Defoe
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"The Lay-Man's Sermon upon the Late Storm" by Daniel Defoe is a political and religious pamphlet written in the early 18th century. The work is a response to the devastating storm that struck England in the early 1700s, interpreting the natural disaster as a manifestation of divine displeasure towards the nation's moral failings. This text is notable for merging biblical themes with contemporary political issues, advocating for national repentance and unity in
the face of calamity. In this pamphlet, Defoe explores the connections between the recent storm and the moral state of England, arguing that the disaster serves as a warning from God against the division and strife plaguing the nation. Defoe employs the metaphor of storms to reflect on the turbulent political climate and calls for a spirit of moderation and cooperation among opposing factions. He critiques the fervent zeal of various political parties and their inability to see the broader implications of their actions, urging readers to recognize the need for unity in order to restore both national stability and divine favor. Through this discourse, Defoe weaves together themes of divine judgment, political accountability, and the necessity of moral introspection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Lay-Man's Sermon upon the Late Storm Held forth at an Honest Coffee-House-Conventicle |
| Credits |
Produced by Steven Gibbs, Linda Cantoni, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. In memory of Steven Gibbs (1938-2009). |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| Subject | Sermons |
| Subject | Storms -- Great Britain -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Bible. Nahum I, 3 -- Sermons -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36694 |
| Release Date | Jul 10, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 321 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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