The Scottish Pulpit: From The Reformation To The Present Day (1887)

The Scottish Pulpit: From The Reformation To The Present Day is a book written by William M. Taylor in 1887. The book is a comprehensive account of the development of preaching in Scotland from the time of the Reformation to the present day. It includes biographical sketches of some of the most prominent preachers in Scottish history, as well as an analysis of the theological and cultural factors that have shaped preaching in Scotland over the centuries.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in Scottish history. The first section covers the period from the Reformation to the end of the 17th century, when Presbyterianism was established as the dominant form of Christianity in Scotland. The second section covers the 18th century, when the Scottish Enlightenment had a profound impact on Scottish culture and theology. The third section covers the 19th century, when Scottish preaching became known for its evangelical fervor and social activism.Throughout the book, Taylor provides detailed accounts of the lives and ministries of some of the most influential preachers in Scottish history, including John Knox, Robert Bruce, Thomas Chalmers, and Andrew Bonar. He also discusses the impact of key events in Scottish history, such as the Covenanting movement and the Disruption of 1843, on the development of Scottish preaching.Overall, The Scottish Pulpit: From The Reformation To The Present Day is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scottish preaching and its role in shaping Scottish culture and theology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.