The Sufferings Of Unitarians In Former Times (1813)

By Thomas Belsham

Book Overview

The Sufferings Of Unitarians In Former Times is a historical book written by Thomas Belsham in 1813. The book provides a detailed account of the persecution and sufferings of Unitarians during the Reformation and post-Reformation periods in England. Belsham traces the history of Unitarianism from its early beginnings to the present day, highlighting the struggles and challenges faced by the Unitarian community throughout history.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different period in Unitarian history. Belsham discusses the origins of Unitarianism in the early Christian church and its development during the Reformation. He also examines the persecution of Unitarians during the reigns of Henry VIII, Queen Mary, and Queen Elizabeth I.Belsham goes on to describe the challenges faced by Unitarians during the 17th and 18th centuries, including the Test Acts and the Penal Laws. He also highlights the contributions of prominent Unitarians such as John Biddle, Joseph Priestley, and Theophilus Lindsey.The Sufferings Of Unitarians In Former Times provides a valuable insight into the history of Unitarianism and the struggles faced by the Unitarian community throughout history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in religious history and the development of religious tolerance in England.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: 1120932254
• ISBN13: 9781120932259
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"