The Apology of the Church of England

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Jewel, John, 1522-1571

Contributor:

Morley, Henry, 1822-1894

Bacon, Anne Cooke, Lady, 1528?-1610

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Apology of the Church of England" by John Jewel is a historical theological treatise written in the late 16th century. This work aims to articulate and defend the principles of the Reformed Church of England during a time of intense scrutiny and opposition, primarily against accusations of heresy from Catholic critics. Jewel's argument centers on the idea that the English Reformation was not an innovation but a return to the tenets of early Christianity. The opening of the treatise presents a robust defense of truth in the face of lies and misrepresentations, drawing parallels between the experiences of early Christians and the contemporary challenges faced by Jewel and his supporters. Jewel asserts that throughout history, champions of truth have often been maligned, a sentiment he elaborates on by referencing biblical figures who suffered slander and persecution for their faith. Crucially, he positions the Church of England within this legacy, contending that its practices align with the original teachings of Christ and the Apostles, thereby countering claims that it represents a departure from traditional Christianity. This foundation sets the stage for a deeper exploration of doctrine and ecclesiastical authority as the text progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Transcribed from the 1888 Cassell and Company edition by David Price

Notes:

Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-02-05