A Century Of Universalism In Philadelphia And New York: With Sketches Of Its History In Reading, Hightstown, Brooklyn, And Elsewhere (1872)

A Century of Universalism in Philadelphia and New York is a historical account of the growth and development of the Universalist Church in various cities in the United States. Written by Abel Charles Thomas and originally published in 1872, the book provides a detailed analysis of the history of the Universalist Church in Reading, Hightstown, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and other places over the course of a century. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different city or region. The author begins by discussing the early history of the Universalist Church in America, tracing its roots back to the 18th century. He then goes on to describe the growth of the church in Philadelphia, including the establishment of various congregations and the role of key figures such as Rev. Hosea Ballou.The book also provides a detailed account of the Universalist Church in New York City, including its early struggles and eventual success in establishing a strong presence in the city. The author discusses the role of key figures such as Rev. John Murray and the challenges faced by the church in the face of opposition from other religious groups.In addition to its focus on Philadelphia and New York, the book also includes sketches of the history of the Universalist Church in other regions, including Reading, Hightstown, and Brooklyn. The author provides insights into the challenges faced by the church in these areas and the strategies employed to overcome them.Overall, A Century of Universalism in Philadelphia and New York provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Universalist Church in America. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion in the United States, as well as those interested in the history of the Universalist Church specifically.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.