Shaker Communism Or Tests Of Divine Inspiration: The Second Christian Or Gentile Pentecostal Church, As Exemplified By Seventy Communities Of Shakers In America (1871)
Shaker Communism Or Tests Of Divine Inspiration: The Second Christian Or Gentile Pentecostal Church, As Exemplified By Seventy Communities Of Shakers In America is a book written by Frederick William Evans in 1871. The book provides a detailed account of the Shaker movement in America, which was founded in the late 18th century by Ann Lee. The Shakers were a religious group that believed in communal living, celibacy, and the practice of ecstatic dancing as a means of achieving spiritual enlightenment.Evans examines the ...
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Shaker Communism Or Tests Of Divine Inspiration: The Second Christian Or Gentile Pentecostal Church, As Exemplified By Seventy Communities Of Shakers In America is a book written by Frederick William Evans in 1871. The book provides a detailed account of the Shaker movement in America, which was founded in the late 18th century by Ann Lee. The Shakers were a religious group that believed in communal living, celibacy, and the practice of ecstatic dancing as a means of achieving spiritual enlightenment.Evans examines the Shaker movement through the lens of his own Christian faith, comparing and contrasting the beliefs and practices of the Shakers with those of other Christian denominations. He also explores the history of the movement, including its origins in England and its spread to America.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Shaker movement. These include the history of the movement, the beliefs and practices of the Shakers, the organization of Shaker communities, and the experiences of individual Shakers.Throughout the book, Evans provides a balanced and objective analysis of the Shaker movement, acknowledging both its strengths and weaknesses. He also offers insights into the broader cultural and religious context in which the Shaker movement emerged and flourished.Overall, Shaker Communism Or Tests Of Divine Inspiration: The Second Christian Or Gentile Pentecostal Church, As Exemplified By Seventy Communities Of Shakers In America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Shaker movement or the broader history of American religion.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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