Register-Booke of the Fourth Classis in the Province of London, 1646-59 : Publications of the Harleian Society, Volumes LXXXII and LXXXIII.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Surman, Charles E.

Series:

Register-Booke of the Fourth Classis in the Province of London Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Presbyterian Church.

Church polity.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (192 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2020.

Summary:

This publication, edited by Charles E. Surman, presents a transcription of the Register Book of the Fourth Classis in the Province of London, covering the years 1646-1659. The manuscript provides valuable insight into the operation of the Presbyterian system established under the Long Parliament following the abolition of episcopacy. It includes records of ordinations, ministerial presentations, and evidence of Puritan activity during the Interregnum. The Register was maintained by Rev. William Wickins, the appointed scribe, and later preserved by the Blackmore family before being donated to Dr. Williams' Library. The book explores the historical and theological context of Presbyterianism in England, its influence on church governance, and its evolution post-Restoration. Intended for historians, theologians, and researchers, this work serves as a resource for understanding religious and political dynamics in 17th-century England. Generated by AI.

Contents:

TITLE PAGE

CONTENTS

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

INTRODUCTION

EDITOR'S NOTE

REFERENCES AND ABBREVIATIONS

FOURTH CLASSIS IN THE PROVINCE OF LONDON (1646-1659)

Ministers and Ruling Elders

1646

1647

1648

1649

1650

1651

1652

1653

1654

1655

1656

1657

1659

INDEX OF NAMES

A

B

C

D

F-G

H

J

K-L Generated by AI.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9781773014319

1773014315

OCLC:

1470855388