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A Brief History of the Presbyterians Paperback – October 1, 1996
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JAMES H SMYLIE
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Print length160 pages
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LanguageEnglish
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PublisherGeneva Press
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Publication dateOctober 1, 1996
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Dimensions5.5 x 0.42 x 8.5 inches
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ISBN-109780664500016
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ISBN-13978-0664500016
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A Brief History Of The Presbyterians offers laity and clergy a succinct and thorough introduction to the history of Presbyerianism. James Smylie reaches into the past and vividly recounts the story of a faithful people known as Presbyterians. He chronicles the origins of the Reformed tradition and carries the saga through each subsequent era up to the eve of the twenty-first century, focusing on Presbyterianism in North America. All the major figures in the history of Prebyterianism such as John Calvin, Francis Makemie, and John Witherspoon are included, as well as a host of others. Smylie proves a fresh look at the uniquely Presbyterian contribution to American history and culture. Contemporary insights from ecumenists, laity, women, and minorities that reflect recent changes in the Presbyterian family are included. A Brief History Of The Presbyterians is compact, authoritative, and a perfect introduction to the Presbyterian movement. -- Midwest Book Review
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A Brief History of the Presbyterians offers laity and clergy a succinct and thorough introduction to the history of Presbyterianism. James Smylie reaches into the past and vividly recounts the story of a faithful people known as Presbyterians. He chronicles the origins of the Reformed tradition and carries the saga through each subsequent era up to the eve of the twenty-first century, focusing on Presbyterianism in North America. All the major figures in the history of Presbyterianism such as John Calvin, Francis Makemie, and John Witherspoon are included, as well as a host of others. Smylie provides a fresh look at the uniquely Presbyterian contribution to American history and culture. Contemporary insights from ecumenists, laity, women, and minorities that reflect recent changes in the Presbyterian family are included.
About the Author
James H. Smylie is Ernest Trice Thompson Professor Emeritus of Church History at Union Theological Seminary and Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond, Virginia.
Product details
- ASIN : 0664500013
- Publisher : Geneva Press; 1st edition (October 1, 1996)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 160 pages
- ISBN-10 : 9780664500016
- ISBN-13 : 978-0664500016
- Item Weight : 7.9 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.42 x 8.5 inches
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Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2016
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I purchased this book because it was a required text for a class I am taking. While I found it informative, it is also clearly out of date. Much has happened to this denomination since this book was published in 1994. It is an informative book and is historically accurate to 1994. In some instances, the author left chronology to explore a movement, then later had to return to the chronology. Sticking to the chronological events instead of diverting seems a better choice for me.
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2016
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A good book not only for Presbyterian history but also church history. It's short, but dense in a good way!
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2014
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Smylie is one of the most respected teachers in his field. He has taken a work in progress by other authors over 100 year period and added thoughtful and accurate material. Must read for Presbyterian Clergy. Wouldn't hurt for Officers in training to read also.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2013
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Mr Smylie is a great historian and has presented a grand history of our denomination. I was working on a research project and found this resource to he very insightful. I would recommended it to anyone who wants to know about Presbyterians.
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2014
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Good book, some what liberal in the outlook of where the Presbyterian church is headed. I know of PCUSA ministers who don't act af if they are ministers, I suppose they want to be "one of the guys!"
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Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2008
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As a lifelong Presbyterian, I have been seriously lacking in knowing its historical background. I found this to be a good quick way for me to begin a journey in understanding the roots of my denomination.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2014
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This as a great lesson in the history of the Christian religion starting at 400 AD to present.
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2013
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For years, I've known Jim Smylie, who was one of my son's professors at Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, VA.
As a matter of interest, I will use some of the material in this book when I teach my adult Sunday School Class.
As a matter of interest, I will use some of the material in this book when I teach my adult Sunday School Class.
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Excellent book contains great historical information and is easy to ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 1, 2015Verified Purchase
Excellent book contains great historical information and is easy to read.
Written in a easy to get with terms.
Buy it you will not be disappointed.
Written in a easy to get with terms.
Buy it you will not be disappointed.
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