No Cross, no Crown - Penn, William
59,90 €
inkl. MwSt.
Versandkostenfrei*
Versandfertig in 1-2 Wochen
payback
0 °P sammeln
  • Broschiertes Buch

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875. The Antigonos publishing house specialises in the publication of reprints of historical books. We make sure that these works are made available to the public in good condition in order to preserve their cultural heritage.

Andere Kunden interessierten sich auch für
Produktbeschreibung
Reprint of the original, first published in 1875. The Antigonos publishing house specialises in the publication of reprints of historical books. We make sure that these works are made available to the public in good condition in order to preserve their cultural heritage.
Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Autorenporträt
William Penn (1644-1718), a renowned English real estate entrepreneur, philosopher, early Quaker, and founder of Pennsylvania, was a forward-thinking writer and religious thinker of his time. His most famous literary work, 'No Cross, No Crown' (1669), serves as an articulation of Quaker tenets, emphasizing the significance of personal faith and the inward experience of God over external religious forms. Penn's eloquent prose and steadfast commitment to the ideals of religious freedom and pacifism underpin his influencing contributions to colonial American governance and his instrumental role in establishing what would become the United States of America. 'No Cross, No Crown' remains a central text in Christian mysticism and Quaker theology, reflecting on suffering, discipline, and the inner light of divine presence. Penn's literary style is marked by earnest conviction and a persuasive, direct mode of address, aiming to speak to the condition of a broad audience struggling with issues of conscience and spiritual fulfillment. As a founding figure in American history, William Penn's vision of a society based on justice, equity, and religious tolerance continues to resonate through his writings, which provide enduring insights into the spiritual and social challenges of his era and beyond.