On the apostolical succession by William J. Irons
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"On the Apostolical Succession" by William J. Irons is a theological work written during the mid-19th century. This book presents a series of lectures focused on the origins, nature, and function of the Christian Ministry, particularly examining the concept of apostolic succession and its significance in contemporary religious practice. The author aims to clarify and define thoughts surrounding the authority and continuity of the ministry within the context of Christian teachings. In
this collection of lectures, Irons explores various arguments supporting the idea of apostolic succession and addresses potential objections to this doctrine. He emphasizes the importance of a divinely sanctioned ministry as a critical means of grace and examines the relationship between scripture and modern interpretations of ministry. Through a detailed analysis, he argues for the moral necessity and historical continuity of the apostolic ministry, providing a structured defense against common criticisms. Ultimately, the work seeks to inspire a closer adherence to traditional Christian values rooted in apostolic authority. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Irons, William J. (William Josiah), 1812-1883 |
|---|---|
| Title |
On the apostolical succession Parochial lectures, second series |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1847 Joseph Masters edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 41.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| Subject | Church of England -- Sermons |
| Subject | Sermons, English |
| Subject | Apostolic succession -- Sermons |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49006 |
| Release Date | May 20, 2015 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 252 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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