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Spirituality in Adversity: English Non-Conformity in a Period of Repression, 1660-1689
Spirituality in Adversity: English Non-Conformity in a Period of Repression, 1660-1689
Spirituality in Adversity: English Non-Conformity in a Period of Repression, 1660-1689
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The unique feature of this scholarly and very readable work is that it examines the way those persecuted responded to hardship: their faith, their worship, their perseverance. With marvellous warmth Raymond Brown shows us the spirituality of these men and women- spirituality centred on Jesus Christ and the Father's love, even in such times.

'Brown dives into the writings of those persecuted and demonstrates the rich theology that could only be written with such depth by those who lived in suffering and found God faithful and satisfying. I highly recommend this book to scholars as well as common sufferers looking for solace in God.'
Larry Siekawitch, pastor and author of Balancing Head and Heart in Seventeenth Century Puritanism (Paternoster, 2012)

'At a time when Evangelicals interested in the study of spirituality often overlook the immense resources of their own antecedents, I hope that this book will help to redress the balance.'
Timothy Grass, church historian, author and associate editor for the Ecclesiastical History Society
LanguageEnglish
Release dateJul 8, 2014
ISBN9781780782164
Spirituality in Adversity: English Non-Conformity in a Period of Repression, 1660-1689
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Raymond Brown

Raymond Brown, formerly principal of Spurgeon's College, London, was a pastor for many years. His books include the volumes on Numbers, Deuteronomy and Hebrews in the Bible Speaks Today series of commentaries.

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