The Apology Of The Church Of England (1719)

""The Apology of the Church of England"" is a historical book written by John Jewel in 1719. The book is a defense of the Church of England against the criticisms it faced during the Reformation period. It was written during a time of religious turmoil in England, when the Church of England was being challenged by the Roman Catholic Church and various Protestant sects.The book is divided into two parts. The first part presents a historical overview of the Church of England, tracing its origins back to the early Christian church and its development through the medieval period. Jewel argues that the Church of England is the true successor to the early Christian church and that it has remained faithful to the teachings of the apostles.The second part of the book deals with the specific criticisms leveled against the Church of England during the Reformation period. Jewel addresses issues such as the use of images in worship, the role of the clergy, and the nature of the sacraments. He argues that the Church of England has maintained a middle ground between the extremes of Roman Catholicism and Protestantism, and that it has preserved the essential elements of Christian worship and doctrine.Overall, ""The Apology of the Church of England"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the religious and political struggles of the Reformation period. It is also a valuable resource for those interested in the history and theology of the Church of England.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.