The History of the Reformation of Religion in Scotland (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. With Which Are Included Knox's Confession and The Book of DisciplineBy John Knox
Length15h 50m
About this audiobook
The History of the Reformation of Religion in Scotland is both a partisan chronicle and a foundational document of Scottish Protestant identity. Written with the urgency of witness, it narrates the overthrow of Roman Catholic authority, the struggles of the Lords of the Congregation, and the establishment of a reformed kirk. Knox's prose is vigorous, polemical, and scripturally saturated, combining historical record, theological argument, satire, and providential interpretation. In the literary context of sixteenth-century confessional historiography, the work stands beside continental Reformation narratives as an attempt to show divine purpose unfolding through political crisis. John Knox was the leading voice of the Scottish Reformation: preacher, exile, controversialist, and architect of Presbyterian discipline. His years in England and Geneva, especially under the influence of Calvin, sharpened his theology and his conviction that true religion must reform both church and commonwealth. His personal involvement in the events he records gives the history unusual immediacy, though also unmistakable bias. This book is recommended to readers interested in Reformation history, Scottish national memory, and the fusion of theology with political action. It rewards careful reading as a passionate, indispensable account of a nation remade by religious conviction.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length15 hrs 50 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 23, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6APPENDIX.
7BOOK FIRST. [1]
81422-1558. (pt. 1)
91422-1558. (pt. 2)
10BOOK SECOND. [126]
111558-1559.
12BOOK THIRD. [151]
131559-1561.
14BOOK FOURTH. [177]
151561-1564. (pt. 1)
161561-1564. (pt. 2)
17APPENDIX.
18KNOX'S CONFESSION. [242]
19The Preface.
20Of God.—Cap. I.
21Of the Creation of Man.—Cap. II.
22Of Original Sin.—Cap. III.
23Of the Revelation of the Promise.—Cap. IV.
24The Continuance, Increase, and Preservation of the Kirk.—Cap. V.
25Of the Incarnation of Christ Jesus.—Cap. VI.
26Why it behoved the Mediator to be very God and very Man.—Cap. VII.
27Election.—Cap. VIII.
28Christ's Death, Passion, Burial, etc.—Cap. IX.
29Resurrection.—Cap. X.
30Ascension.—Cap. XI.
31Faith in the Holy Ghost.—Cap. XII.
32The Cause of Good Works.—Cap. XIII.
33What Works are reputed good before God.—Cap. XIV.
34The Perfection of the Law and Imperfection of Man.—Cap. XV.
35Of the Kirk.—Cap. XVI.
36The Immortality of the Souls.—Cap. XVII.
37Of the notes by which the True Kirk is discerned from the false, and who shall be judge of the doctrine.—Cap. XVIII.
38The Authority of the Scriptures.—Cap. XIX.
39Of General Councils, of their Power, Authority, and Causes of their Convention.—Cap. XX.
40Of the Sacraments.—Cap. XXI.
41Of the right Administration of the Sacraments.—Cap. XXII.
42To whom Sacraments Appertain.—Cap. XXIII.
43Of the Civil Magistrate.—Cap. XXIV.
44The Gifts freely given to the Kirk.—Cap. XXV.
45THE BOOK OF DISCIPLINE. [245]
46I. Of Doctrine.
47II. Of Sacraments.
48III. Touching the Abolition of Idolatry.
49IV. Concerning Ministers and their Lawful Election.
50V. Concerning Provision for the Ministers, and for Distribution of the Rents and Possessions justly appertaining to the Kirk.
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