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RICHARD SIBBES Paperback – March 1, 2000

by Mark E. Dever (Author)
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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Mercer University Press; Reprint edition (March 1, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0865546576
  • ISBN-13: 978-0865546578
  • Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe Bruised Reed
By Robert W. Kellemen on June 26, 2005
Format: Paperback
Pastor Mark Dever, author of "Nine Marks of a Healthy Church," originally penned "Richard Sibbes" as his doctoral dissertation, then revised it for this book-length edition.

In the first half of his work, Dever summarizes the life and influences of Richard Sibbes. It is in the second half of the book that Dever excels. His explication of Sibbes affectionate theology demonstrates thorough research and accurate understanding. The only exception to this is Dever's summary in a footnote that for Sibbes "imagination" is similar to what we would call "emotions" today. Actually, in Puritans such as Sibbes and Edwards, the imagination was a rational faculty of the soul, deeper and more primary than the emotions. This interpretation not withstanding, Dever's work is an excellent secondary source for understanding the life, ministry, and theology of an oft-neglected English Puritan.

Reviewer: Dr. Robert W. Kellemen is the author of "Soul Physicians," "Spiritual Friends," and the forthcoming, "Sacred Companions: A History of Soul Care and Spiritual Direction."
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5.0 out of 5 starsA Profitable Academic Book
By Jake on August 25, 2011
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This book was Mark Dever's dissertation from Cambridge. It is not a leisurely read. It is an academic book.

The book adds much to the historiography of Richard Sibbes. While Sibbes is often seen as a radical non-conforming Puritan who stayed in the Church of England against his conscience, Dever disagrees. He sees Sibbes as a conforming Puritan. He was in the Church of England by choice. Sibbes was able to both be Calvinistic and in the Church of England because, during his younger years, there was a middle ground. This middle ground between the Laudian Church of England and the Puritans was quickly disappearing, but Sibbes taught his conscience to yield to authorities while not agreeing.

This book is well written and worth reading. It, however, is not for the casual reader. If you like Dever's preaching and want a book to edify your soul, look elsewhere. If you are interested in church history and want to see how this Puritan giant can speak to your soul, buy this book.
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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat (But Not For Everyone)
By Mark Nenadov on June 15, 2012
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I found this book at my local university library and worked through it. It's a pretty tough read, being Dever's thesis, it is heavy academic lifting. Even if you are an avid reader, it will probably take you a good amount of time to get through. I did find it rewarding, though. If you're the right person, someone who has patience and a love for reading about the Puritans, this could be a very profitable read for you. Dever is brilliant.
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