John Burnett Pratt
Letters on the Scandinavian Churches: Their Doctrine, Worship, and Polity is a book written by John Burnett Pratt in 1865. The book provides a detailed analysis of the religious practices and beliefs of the Scandinavian churches, including the Lutheran Church in Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. Through a series of letters, Pratt explores the differences and similarities between the Scandinavian churches and their counterparts in other parts of Europe, particularly England.The book is divided into three parts, with each part focusing on a different aspect of the Scandinavian churches. The first part examines the doctrine of the churches, including their beliefs about God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit. The second part looks at the worship practices of the churches, including their liturgy, sacraments, and hymns. The third part explores the polity of the churches, including their governance structures and the role of the clergy.Throughout the book, Pratt provides a wealth of information about the history and traditions of the Scandinavian churches, drawing on his personal experiences and extensive research. He also offers his own observations and opinions on various aspects of the churches, including their strengths and weaknesses.Overall, Letters on the Scandinavian Churches: Their Doctrine, Worship, and Polity is a comprehensive and insightful study of the religious practices and beliefs of the Scandinavian churches. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theology of these churches, as well as for scholars of religious studies and comparative religion.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.
