The Principles Of Church Polity (1882)

By George Trumbull Ladd

Book Overview

The Principles of Church Polity is a book written by George Trumbull Ladd in 1882. The book is a comprehensive study of the principles that govern the organization and administration of churches. Ladd examines the historical development of church polity, beginning with the early Christian church and ending with the Protestant Reformation. He covers a wide range of topics, including the role of the clergy, the relationship between church and state, and the importance of church discipline.Ladd argues that the principles of church polity are rooted in Scripture and that they are essential for the proper functioning of the church. He emphasizes the importance of unity and cooperation within the church and stresses the need for a clear understanding of the church's mission and purpose.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the history of church polity. The second part examines the principles that govern the organization and administration of churches. The third part discusses the practical application of these principles in the life of the church.Overall, The Principles of Church Polity is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and organization of the Christian church. It provides a thorough and thoughtful analysis of the principles that govern the church and offers practical guidance for their implementation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165612518
• ISBN13: 9781165612512
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"