Lancelot Andrewes And His Private Devotions

Lancelot Andrewes and His Private Devotions is a book that explores the life and works of Lancelot Andrewes, a prominent figure in the Church of England during the early 17th century. The book is written by Alexander Whyte, a Scottish minister and theologian, and is divided into three parts.The first part of the book is a biography of Andrewes, which provides an overview of his life and career. Andrewes was a gifted scholar and theologian who served as Bishop of Chichester, Ely, and Winchester. He was also a key figure in the translation of the King James Bible and played an important role in shaping the theology of the Church of England.The second part of the book is a transcript of Andrewes' private devotions, which were written in Greek and Latin. These devotions were not intended for publication and were only discovered after Andrewes' death. They provide a unique insight into his personal faith and spirituality.The third part of the book is an interpretation of Andrewes' devotions, which seeks to explain their meaning and significance. Whyte argues that Andrewes' devotions reveal a deep and profound understanding of the Christian faith, and that they have much to teach modern readers about prayer, meditation, and spiritual growth.Overall, Lancelot Andrewes and His Private Devotions is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on the life and works of one of the most important figures in the history of the Church of England. It will be of interest to anyone interested in Christian theology, spirituality, or history.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.