The Covenants And The Covenanters Covenants, Sermons, and Documents of the Covenanted Reformation By: James Kerr (1847-1905)
"The Covenants And The Covenanters: Covenants, Sermons, and Documents of the Covenanted Reformation" by James Kerr is an enlightening and comprehensive collection of historical texts that serve as a window into a crucial period of Scottish history. Kerr intricately weaves together various primary sources, including Covenanting literature, sermons, and important documents, to provide readers with a holistic understanding of the religious and political circumstances during the Covenanted era. This meticulously assembled anthology immerses us in the world of the Covenanters, a group of Scottish Presbyterians who played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of religious freedom and political resistance in the 17th century. One striking aspect of Kerr's work is the inclusiveness and diversity of the texts he presents. From the National Covenant of 1638 to the Solemn League and Covenant of 1643, readers gain insight into the evolution of the Covenanting movement and its influence across Scotland and even parts of Ireland and England. Beyond these foundational documents, Kerr includes a rich selection of sermons delivered by influential preachers of the time, such as Samuel Rutherford and Alexander Henderson. These sermons provide a profound glimpse into the religious fervor and convictions that propelled the Covenanters forward in their mission. Each primary source is meticulously transcribed, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the language and rhetoric of the period. Kerr's commentary throughout helps contextualize and explain the significance of each piece, offering invaluable insights into the political and religious climate of the time. This contextualization is especially helpful for readers not well-versed in Scottish history or Presbyterianism. "The Covenants And The Covenanters" serves as an excellent resource for scholars, historians, and general readers interested in exploring the Covenanted Reformation. Kerr's scholarly approach, coupled with the extensive range of primary sources, accurately portrays the struggles, triumphs, and sacrifices endured by Covenanters in their fight for religious liberty and the establishment of a godly nation. Furthermore, the book's layout and design are particularly commendable. The inclusion of footnotes provides additional historical nuances, and a comprehensive index ensures easy access to specific sections or documents of interest. Although some readers may find the sheer amount of information overwhelming, Kerr's talent as an editor and historian allows for seamless navigation and understanding of the various texts. While "The Covenants And The Covenanters" may not be a light read, it is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of religious and political reform. This comprehensive collection offers unique insights into the beliefs and struggles of the Scottish Covenanters, allowing us to appreciate their enduring legacy in the fight for religious freedom and paving the way for subsequent movements that championed civil liberties. First Page: [Transcriber's Note: All items in the Errata have been corrected in the text, however the Errata has still been included for completeness.] [Illustration: THE GRASSMARKET, EDINBURGH.] THE COVENANTS AND THE COVENANTERS COVENANTS, SERMONS, AND DOCUMENTS OF THE COVENANTED REFORMATION. WITH ILLUSTRATIONS. INTRODUCTION ON THE NATIONAL COVENANTS BY REV. JAMES KERR, D.D., GLASGOW EDINBURGH: R.W. HUNTER, GEORGE IV. BRIDGE. THE COVENANTS AND THE COVENANTERS. [Illustration] PREFATORY NOTE. The Covenants, Sermons, and Papers in this volume carry the readers back to some of the brightest periods of Scottish history. They mark important events in that great struggle by which these three kingdoms were emancipated from the despotisms of Pope, Prince, and Prelate, and an inheritance of liberty secured for these Islands of the Sea. The whole achievements of the heroes of the battlefields are comprehended under that phrase of Reformers and Martyrs, "The Covenanted Work of Reformation." The attainments of those stirring times were bound together by the Covenants, as by rings of gold. The Sermons here were the product of the ripe thought of the main actors in the various scenes men of piety, learning, and renown. Hence, the nature, objects, and benefits of personal and national Covenanting are exhibited in a manner fitted to attract to that ordinance the minds and hearts of men... Continue reading book >>

The Covenants And The Covenanters Covenants, Sermons, and Documents of the Covenanted Reformation By: James Kerr (1847-1905)

"The Covenants And The Covenanters: Covenants, Sermons, and Documents of the Covenanted Reformation" by James Kerr is an enlightening and comprehensive collection of historical texts that serve as a window into a crucial period of Scottish history.

Kerr intricately weaves together various primary sources, including Covenanting literature, sermons, and important documents, to provide readers with a holistic understanding of the religious and political circumstances during the Covenanted era. This meticulously assembled anthology immerses us in the world of the Covenanters, a group of Scottish Presbyterians who played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of religious freedom and political resistance in the 17th century.

One striking aspect of Kerr's work is the inclusiveness and diversity of the texts he presents. From the National Covenant of 1638 to the Solemn League and Covenant of 1643, readers gain insight into the evolution of the Covenanting movement and its influence across Scotland and even parts of Ireland and England. Beyond these foundational documents, Kerr includes a rich selection of sermons delivered by influential preachers of the time, such as Samuel Rutherford and Alexander Henderson. These sermons provide a profound glimpse into the religious fervor and convictions that propelled the Covenanters forward in their mission.

Each primary source is meticulously transcribed, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the language and rhetoric of the period. Kerr's commentary throughout helps contextualize and explain the significance of each piece, offering invaluable insights into the political and religious climate of the time. This contextualization is especially helpful for readers not well-versed in Scottish history or Presbyterianism.

"The Covenants And The Covenanters" serves as an excellent resource for scholars, historians, and general readers interested in exploring the Covenanted Reformation. Kerr's scholarly approach, coupled with the extensive range of primary sources, accurately portrays the struggles, triumphs, and sacrifices endured by Covenanters in their fight for religious liberty and the establishment of a godly nation.

Furthermore, the book's layout and design are particularly commendable. The inclusion of footnotes provides additional historical nuances, and a comprehensive index ensures easy access to specific sections or documents of interest. Although some readers may find the sheer amount of information overwhelming, Kerr's talent as an editor and historian allows for seamless navigation and understanding of the various texts.

While "The Covenants And The Covenanters" may not be a light read, it is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of religious and political reform. This comprehensive collection offers unique insights into the beliefs and struggles of the Scottish Covenanters, allowing us to appreciate their enduring legacy in the fight for religious freedom and paving the way for subsequent movements that championed civil liberties.

First Page:

[Transcriber's Note: All items in the Errata have been corrected in the text, however the Errata has still been included for completeness.]

[Illustration: THE GRASSMARKET, EDINBURGH.]

THE COVENANTS AND THE COVENANTERS

COVENANTS, SERMONS, AND DOCUMENTS OF THE COVENANTED REFORMATION. WITH ILLUSTRATIONS.

INTRODUCTION ON THE NATIONAL COVENANTS BY REV. JAMES KERR, D.D., GLASGOW

EDINBURGH: R.W. HUNTER, GEORGE IV. BRIDGE.

THE COVENANTS AND THE COVENANTERS.

[Illustration]

PREFATORY NOTE.

The Covenants, Sermons, and Papers in this volume carry the readers back to some of the brightest periods of Scottish history. They mark important events in that great struggle by which these three kingdoms were emancipated from the despotisms of Pope, Prince, and Prelate, and an inheritance of liberty secured for these Islands of the Sea. The whole achievements of the heroes of the battlefields are comprehended under that phrase of Reformers and Martyrs, "The Covenanted Work of Reformation." The attainments of those stirring times were bound together by the Covenants, as by rings of gold.

The Sermons here were the product of the ripe thought of the main actors in the various scenes men of piety, learning, and renown. Hence, the nature, objects, and benefits of personal and national Covenanting are exhibited in a manner fitted to attract to that ordinance the minds and hearts of men... Continue reading book >>

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