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Book Description
This comprehensive exploration of Canadian Methodism reveals how a dynamic religious movement shaped both individual lives and an entire nation's spiritual landscape. Neil Semple traces the remarkable journey of Methodist faith across British North America, from its early evangelical missions to its profound influence on Canadian society.
The narrative unfolds the passionate revivalistic activities that defined mid-nineteenth-century spiritual awakening, while documenting the far-reaching missionary efforts that extended both internationally and within Canada's borders. Readers discover how Methodist communities engaged with aboriginal peoples and immigrant populations, creating bridges across cultural divides through shared faith.
Beyond religious practice, this work illuminates how Methodist principles transformed Canadian education and pioneered expanded roles for women in society. The author examines the intimate connection between evangelical belief and daily existence, exploring how Methodist teachings influenced family structures, attitudes toward children, and responses to social challenges including prohibition and moral reform.
Through detailed analysis spanning 565 pages, this historical account demonstrates how spiritual conviction translates into social action and cultural change. For those seeking to understand how religious movements create lasting transformation, this study offers valuable insights into the relationship between personal faith and community development. The book serves as both historical record and spiritual reflection on how deeply held beliefs can reshape entire societies across generations.
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📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~16 hours)
📄 Length: 565 pages
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