""Plain Reasons Against Joining the Church of Rome"" is a comprehensive and influential work of religious apologetics authored by Richard Frederick Littledale. Written from an Anglican perspective, the book serves as a detailed examination of the theological and historical arguments used to challenge the claims of the Roman Catholic Church. Littledale meticulously addresses a wide range of topics, including papal supremacy, the cult of the Virgin Mary, the nature of the sacraments, and the historical development of Roman doctrine.
The work is structured to provide clear, accessible justifications for remaining within the Church of England, systematically refuting proselytizing arguments common during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. By analyzing patristic writings and historical precedents, Littledale seeks to demonstrate where he believes the Roman communion has diverged from early Christian tradition. This volume remains a significant historical document for those interested in the post-Oxford Movement era of the Anglican Church and the intense religious debates that shaped modern denominational identities. It offers readers an insightful look into the complex relationship between these two major Christian traditions and the specific points of contention that have historically divided them.
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Richard Frederick Littledale Imprint: Tradd Street Press Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 16mm
Weight: 540g ISBN:9781025905136 ISBN 10: 102590513X Pages: 258 Publication Date:14 February 2026 Audience:
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active