John Cennick (1718-1755)
John Cennick (1718-1755)

Author: Robert Edmund Cotter

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2022-04-19

Total Pages: 267

ISBN-13: 1000571955

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This book explores the life and spirituality of John Cennick (1718–1755) and argues for a new appreciation of the contradictions and complexities in early evangelicalism. It explores Cennick’s evangelistic work in Ireland, his relationship with Count Zinzendorf and the creative tension between the Moravian and Methodist elements of his participation in the eighteenth-century revivals. The chapters draw on extensive unpublished correspondence between Cennick and Zinzendorf, as well as Cennick’s unique diary of his first stay in the continental Moravian centres of Marienborn, Herrnhaag and Lindheim. A maverick personality, John Cennick is seen at the centre of some of the principal controversies of the time. The trajectory of his emergence as a prominent figure in the revivals is remarkable in its intensity and hybridity and brings into focus a number of themes in the landscape of early evangelicalism: the eclectic nature of its inspirations, the religious enthusiasm nurtured in Anglican societies, the expansion of the pool of preaching talent, the social tensions unleashed by religious innovations, and the particular nature of the Moravian contribution during the 1740s and 1750s. Offering a major re-evaluation of Cennick’s spirituality, the book will be of interest to scholars of evangelical and church history.

An Annotated Anthology of Hymns
An Annotated Anthology of Hymns

Author: J.R. Watson

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2002-06-20

Total Pages: 471

ISBN-13: 0198269730

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This is a selection of 250 of the best-known hymns in the English language, including texts translated from Greek, Latin, and German. An introduction discusses the hymn as a historical and literary artifact and each hymn is printed with notes that set it in context, identify significant sources, and provide explanatory and critical material.

Daily Telegraph Book of Hymns
Daily Telegraph Book of Hymns

Author: Ian Bradley

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2006-09-14

Total Pages: 530

ISBN-13: 1441139699

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Here are the full original texts of 150 of the best loved hymns in the English language. Each is accompanied by a fascinating commentary, giving biographical details of the author (such as the Calvinist creator of Rock of Ages who once calculated that the average human sins 2,522,880,000 times); notes on the circumstances in which the hymn was written; and variant versions. Each hymn is prefaced by an urbanely written and agreeably subjective commentary with a wealth of anecdotes and a few ribald parodies. This charming book should also be required reading for all those responsible for choosing hymns in church. Ian Bradley writes with wit, elegance and charm and is quite exceptionally knowledgeable about his subject.

Handbook To The Mennonite Hymnary
Handbook To The Mennonite Hymnary

Author: Lester Hostetler

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2023-10-01

Total Pages: 566

ISBN-13:

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Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary by Lester Hostetler; General Conference Mennonite Church: Discover the spiritual richness and musical heritage of the Mennonite tradition with this comprehensive handbook, offering a treasure trove of hymns, insights, and resources for worship, fostering a deeper connection to faith and community. Key points: Hymnary Compilation: Explore an extensive collection of Mennonite hymns that have shaped worship and spirituality within the Mennonite community, providing a diverse range of musical expressions, heartfelt lyrics, and timeless melodies that resonate with believers of all generations. Worship Resources: Access a wealth of resources, including liturgical guidance, hymn histories, and theological reflections, offering valuable insights into the Mennonite worship tradition and facilitating meaningful and authentic worship experiences. Community and Faith: Experience the sense of community and shared faith that the Mennonite tradition embodies, as this handbook serves as a unifying resource, fostering a deeper understanding of Mennonite beliefs, values, and the ways in which music and worship contribute to the spiritual journey of individuals and congregations. Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary by Lester Hostetler; General Conference Mennonite Church: Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary is a valuable resource for individuals seeking to explore the rich musical and spiritual traditions of the Mennonite faith. Compiled by Lester Hostetler in collaboration with the General Conference Mennonite Church, this comprehensive handbook offers insights into the hymns, their histories, and their theological significance. With informative commentary and musical analysis, it provides a deeper understanding of the hymnary's cultural and religious context. Whether you are a Mennonite seeking to deepen your connection to the hymns or a music lover interested in exploring diverse spiritual traditions, Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary offers a gateway to the soul-stirring melodies and timeless messages of the Mennonite hymnal.

The Oxford Handbook of Methodist Studies
The Oxford Handbook of Methodist Studies

Author: William J. Abraham

Publisher: OUP Oxford

Published: 2009-09-24

Total Pages: 780

ISBN-13: 0191607436

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With the decision to provide of a scholarly edition of the Works of John Wesley in the 1950s, Methodist Studies emerged as a fresh academic venture. Building on the foundation laid by Frank Baker, Albert Outler, and other pioneers of the discipline, this handbook provides an overview of the best current scholarship in the field. The forty-two included essays are representative of the voices of a new generation of international scholars, summarising and expanding on topical research, and considering where their work may lead Methodist Studies in the future. Thematically ordered, the handbook provides new insights into the founders, history, structures, and theology of Methodism, and into ongoing developments in the practice and experience of the contemporary movement. Key themes explored include worship forms, mission, ecumenism, and engagement with contemporary ethical and political debate.

Wesley and the Wesleyans
Wesley and the Wesleyans

Author: John Kent

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2002-07-11

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9780521455558

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Wesley and the Wesleyans challenges the cherished myth that at the moment when the Enlightenment and the Industrial Revolution were threatening the soul of eighteenth-century England, an evangelical revival - led by the Wesleys - saved it. It will interest anyone concerned with the history of Methodism and the Church of England, the Evangelical tradition, and eighteenth-century religious thought and experience. The book starts from the assumption that there was no large-scale religious revival during the eighteenth century. Instead, the role of what is called 'primary religion' - the normal human search for ways of drawing supernatural power into the private life of the individual - is analysed in terms of the emergence of the Wesleyan societies from the Church of England. The Wesleys' achievements are reassessed; there is fresh, unsentimental description of the role of women in the movement, and an unexpectedly sympathetic picture emerges of Hanoverian Anglicanism.

The Concise Oxford Companion to English Literature
The Concise Oxford Companion to English Literature

Author: Dinah Birch

Publisher: OUP Oxford

Published: 2013-05-30

Total Pages: 973

ISBN-13: 0191036749

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Based on the bestselling Oxford Companion to English Literature, this is an indispensable, compact guide to all aspects of English literature. Over 5,500 new and revised A to Z entries give unrivalled coverage of writers, works, historical context, literary theory, allusions, characters, and plot summaries. Discursive feature entries supply a wealth of information about important genres in literature. For this fourth edition, the dictionary has been fully revised and updated to include expanded coverage of postcolonial, African, black British, and children's literature, as well as improved representation in the areas of science fiction, biography, travel literature, women's writing, gay and lesbian writing, and American literature. The appendices listing literary prize winners, including the Nobel, Man Booker, and Pulitzer prizes, have all been updated and there is also a timeline, chronicling the development of English literature from c. 1000 to the present day. Many entries feature recommended web links, which are listed and regularly updated on a dedicated companion website. Written originally by a team of more than 140 distinguished authors and extensively updated for this new edition, this book provides an essential point of reference for English students, teachers, and all other readers of literature in English.