Exploring the intertwined histories of capitalism and religion, R. H. Tawney delves into the Middle Ages to uncover how these two forces shaped one another. He refrains from using jargon, presenting a balanced analysis that highlights the impact of religious developments, particularly the Protestant Reformation, on economic systems. First published in 1926, Tawney's insights resonate today, providing a framework for understanding the complex relationship between social ethics and economic practices in contemporary society.
Charles Gore Boeken
Deze Britse theoloog en Anglicaanse bisschop was de oprichter van de Community of the Resurrection. Zijn theologische werken duiken diep in het spirituele leven en de toepassing van christelijke principes in de moderne wereld. Zijn stijl wordt gekenmerkt door helderheid en diepgang, waarbij hij geloof probeert te verbinden met rede. Hij liet een belangrijke erfenis na op het gebied van christelijke theologie en spiritualiteit.





William Law's Defence of Church Principles: Three Letters to the Bishop of Bangor, 1717-1719
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This book contains three letters written by William Law in defense of high church principles. The letters were addressed to Benjamin Hoadly, the bishop of Bangor, and were written between 1717 and 1719. The letters are an important theological work of the period and offer insight into the religious battles of the time.
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Dissertations on Subjects Connected with the Incarnation
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The book presents a collection of dissertations intended for a theological audience, stemming from the author's earlier Bampton Lectures of 1891. It aims to provide a deeper exploration of theological concepts and discussions, fulfilling a long-held intention to address a more specialized readership. The preface highlights the author's commitment to enriching theological discourse, despite the delay in publication.