The Story of the Scottish Covenants in Outline by David Hay Fleming
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| Author | Fleming, David Hay, 1849-1931 |
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| Title | The Story of the Scottish Covenants in Outline |
| Note | Reading ease score: 44.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Story of the Scottish Covenants in Outline" by David Hay Fleming is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically during the early 1900s. The book explores the crucial role of the Covenants in Scottish history, detailing how these religious agreements influenced the nation's struggle for religious and political identity amidst growing tensions between Presbyterians and the monarchy. The book traces the evolution of the Scottish Covenants, starting from early personal and public agreements during the Reformation through to significant events like the National Covenant of 1638 and the Solemn League and Covenant. It narrates the stories of key figures, such as Richard Cameron and James Renwick, who stood firm against oppression and persecution during a time of fierce conflict involving the church, the state, and the people. The text highlights the sacrifices made by Covenanters, the societal implications of their struggles, and the impact of their faith on Scottish culture, all culminating in a rich tapestry of resistance against tyranny and a quest for religious freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Covenanters |
| Subject | Scotland -- Church history |
| Subject | Covenanters -- Scotland -- History |
| Subject | Covenants (Church polity) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53194 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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