High Churchmanship in the Church of England
Book Description
For centuries, the Church of England has encompassed a rich tapestry of spiritual traditions, yet one of its most influential dimensions has remained inadequately explored until now. Kenneth Hylson-Smith addresses this scholarly gap with a comprehensive examination of High Churchmanship from the Reformation era through contemporary times.
This substantial work traces the evolution of beliefs, movements, and key figures who shaped this distinctive Anglican tradition. Readers will encounter detailed portraits of influential theologians and church leaders including Hooker, Laud, Gore, and Ramsey, discovering how their contributions influenced both spiritual practice and broader English society. The author skillfully weaves together theological developments with social, political, and economic contexts, revealing unexpected connections and continuities across four centuries.
Beyond individual biographies, Hylson-Smith explores significant movements such as the Oxford Movement, Christian Socialism, and Liberal High Churchmanship. He examines the poetry of Herbert, the theology of Caroline divines, and lesser-known groups like the Nonjurors and Hutchinsonians. Each chapter illuminates how these various expressions of High Church spirituality responded to changing times while maintaining core principles.
Written with remarkable clarity despite its complex subject matter, this work offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to understand Anglican spirituality and its place within broader Christian tradition. The author's judicious analysis makes centuries of theological development accessible to contemporary readers navigating questions of faith, tradition, and spiritual identity.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~12 hours)
📄 Length: 424 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Kerkbestuur
- ✓ Explore Church of England
- ✓ Explore Katholizismus
- ✓ Explore Anglo-Catholicism
- ✓ Explore Anglikanische Kirche
- ✓ Explore Geschichte
- ✓ Explore Church of england, history
- ✓ Explore Church history
