The book ""Trial And Acquittal Of Lyman Beecher: Before The Presbytery Of Cincinnati On Charges Preferred By Joshua L. Wilson"" is a detailed account of the trial of Lyman Beecher, a prominent Presbyterian minister, before the Presbytery of Cincinnati in 1835. The charges were brought against Beecher by Joshua L. Wilson, a member of the Presbytery, who accused Beecher of holding unorthodox theological views and promoting them through his preaching and writings.The book, written by Arthur Stansbury, provides a comprehensive ...
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The book ""Trial And Acquittal Of Lyman Beecher: Before The Presbytery Of Cincinnati On Charges Preferred By Joshua L. Wilson"" is a detailed account of the trial of Lyman Beecher, a prominent Presbyterian minister, before the Presbytery of Cincinnati in 1835. The charges were brought against Beecher by Joshua L. Wilson, a member of the Presbytery, who accused Beecher of holding unorthodox theological views and promoting them through his preaching and writings.The book, written by Arthur Stansbury, provides a comprehensive overview of the trial proceedings, including the arguments presented by both sides, the testimonies of witnesses, and the final verdict of the Presbytery. Stansbury also provides background information on the theological controversies that led to the charges against Beecher, as well as the broader historical and cultural context of the trial.Throughout the book, Stansbury offers his own analysis and commentary on the trial, providing insights into the personalities and motivations of the key players involved. He also explores the broader implications of the trial for the Presbyterian Church and the wider religious landscape of the United States in the 19th century.Overall, ""Trial And Acquittal Of Lyman Beecher"" is a fascinating and informative account of a pivotal moment in American religious history, offering valuable insights into the complex and often contentious relationship between theology, politics, and culture in the United States.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.
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