History of the Sabbath and first day of the week
Unraveling the Religious Significance of Sacred DaysBy John Nevins Andrews
Length18h 43m
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In "History of the Sabbath and First Day of the Week," John Nevins Andrews meticulously explores the historical, theological, and sociocultural dimensions of the Sabbath, juxtaposing it with the observance of Sunday. Employing a rigorous analytical framework, Andrews delves into scriptural interpretations, early Christian practices, and subsequent ecclesiastical developments that shaped the transition from Saturday to Sunday worship. His literary style is characterized by precision and clarity, appealing to both academic audiences and lay readers, while his comprehensive approach situates the text firmly within the broader context of Christian history and religious evolution. Andrews, a prominent 19th-century theologian and historian, was known for his deep commitment to theological inquiry and biblical scholarship, particularly in the context of the Seventh-day Adventist movement. His extensive research and engagement with early church history underscore a desire to reclaim the significance of the Sabbath within contemporary Christian discourse. This background, coupled with his experiences as a pastor and educator, profoundly influenced the writing of this work, imbuing it with a sense of urgency and relevance. This book is essential for scholars, theologians, and anyone seeking to understand the complex interplay between tradition and practice in Christianity. Andrews' comprehensive examination invites readers to reconsider the roots and implications of Sabbath observance, making it a vital contribution to religious studies and historical inquiry.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length18 hrs 43 mins
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Publish dateJul 9, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
2HISTORY OF THE SABBATH.
3CHAPTER I. THE CREATION.
4CHAPTER II. THE INSTITUTION OF THE SABBATH.
5CHAPTER III. THE SABBATH COMMITTED TO THE HEBREWS.
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6CHAPTER IV. THE FOURTH COMMANDMENT.
7CHAPTER V. THE SABBATH WRITTEN BY THE FINGER OF GOD.
8CHAPTER VI. THE SABBATH DURING THE DAY OF TEMPTATION.
9CHAPTER VII. THE FEASTS, NEW MOONS AND SABBATHS OF THE HEBREWS.
10CHAPTER VIII. THE SABBATH FROM DAVID TO NEHEMIAH.
11CHAPTER IX. THE SABBATH FROM NEHEMIAH TO CHRIST.
12CHAPTER X. THE SABBATH DURING THE LAST OF THE SEVENTY WEEKS.
13CHAPTER XI. THE SABBATH DURING THE MINISTRY OF THE APOSTLES.
14CHAPTER XII. EARLY APOSTASY IN THE CHURCH.
15CHAPTER XIII. THE SUNDAY-LORD’S DAY NOT TRACEABLE TO THE APOSTLES.
16CHAPTER XIV. THE FIRST WITNESSES FOR SUNDAY.
17CHAPTER XV. EXAMINATION OF A FAMOUS FALSEHOOD.
18CHAPTER XVI. ORIGIN OF FIRST-DAY OBSERVANCE.
19CHAPTER XVII. THE NATURE OF EARLY FIRST-DAY OBSERVANCE.
20CHAPTER XVIII. THE SABBATH IN THE RECORD OF THE EARLY FATHERS.
21CHAPTER XIX. THE SABBATH AND FIRST-DAY DURING THE FIRST FIVE CENTURIES.
22CHAPTER XX. SUNDAY DURING THE DARK AGES.
23CHAPTER XXI. TRACES OF THE SABBATH DURING THE DARK AGES.
24CHAPTER XXII. POSITION OF THE REFORMERS CONCERNING THE SABBATH AND FIRST DAY.
25CHAPTER XXIII. LUTHER AND CARLSTADT.
26CHAPTER XXIV. SABBATH-KEEPERS IN THE SIXTEENTH CENTURY.
27CHAPTER XXV. HOW AND WHEN SUNDAY APPROPRIATED THE FOURTH COMMANDMENT.
28CHAPTER XXVI. ENGLISH SABBATH-KEEPERS.
29CHAPTER XXVII. THE SABBATH IN AMERICA. (pt. 1)
30CHAPTER XXVII. THE SABBATH IN AMERICA. (pt. 2)
31INDEX OF AUTHORS QUOTED.
32INDEX OF SCRIPTURES.
33INDEX OF SUBJECTS.
34ERRATA.
35PERIODICALS.
36BOOKS, PAMPHLETS, AND TRACTS.
37WORKS IN OTHER LANGUAGES.
38HEALTH AND TEMPERANCE PUBLICATIONS.
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