John Wycliff

Last Of The Schoolmen And First Of The English Reformers (1892)

von Lewis Sergeant

460 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

John Wycliff: Last Of The Schoolmen And First Of The English Reformers is a book written by Lewis Sergeant in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of John Wycliff, who was a prominent theologian and scholar in the 14th century. Wycliff is considered to be one of the most important figures in the history of the English Reformation, and this book explores his contributions to the religious and political landscape of his time.The book begins by providing a brief overview of Wycliff's life and background, including his education and early career as a scholar. It then goes on to discuss his theological views and the controversies that surrounded them, including his opposition to the authority of the Pope and his belief in the importance of the Bible as the ultimate authority in matters of faith.The book also delves into Wycliff's political beliefs and his involvement in the political events of his time, including his support for the English crown and his opposition to the power of the Church. It also examines the impact of his ideas on the English Reformation and his influence on later reformers such as Martin Luther.Overall, John Wycliff: Last Of The Schoolmen And First Of The English Reformers provides a detailed and insightful look into the life and work of one of the most important figures in the history of the English Reformation. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or the development of religious and political thought in medieval 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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Allgemein Religion und Spirituelles
• ISBN: 9781437146066
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.10.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC