The Quaker Faith

Friends of Love and Truth

Stuart Masters

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Rowman & Littlefield
08 January 2026

History of religion; Quakers (Religious Society of Friends)

In this accessible introduction to the Quaker tradition, Stuart Masters traces the roots of the Quaker way in 17th-century English Puritanism and founder George Fox, and the role of such early leaders as James Naylor and, reflecting Quakerism's progressive views on gender, Margaret Fell. Masters then describes how the movement has developed and changed over time, producing a number of different expressions in the world today.

The Quaker Faith illuminates the enduring shape and orientation of Quakerism and explores the challenges posed by this spiritual path, including those situations in which the Quaker community has failed to live up to the standards of its stated values and beliefs. The book also highlights the fascinating connections between Quakerism and the practices of other Christian churches and faith traditions and assesses what Quakers have to offer in a modern world where people are searching for spiritual meaning-and yearning for a society founded on peace, racial reconciliation, gender equality, and ecological justice.

By: Stuart Masters
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm,
ISBN: 9781538185346
ISBN 10: 1538185342
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 08 January 2026
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Introduction Part One: History and Development Chapter 1: The Roots: Quaker Foundations Chapter 2: The Branches: Quaker Diversity Part Two: Spirituality and Practice Chapter 3: The Inward: Quaker Worship and Spiritual Practice Chapter 4: The Testing: Quaker Discernment and Decision-Making Chapter 5: The Outward: Quaker Testimony Part Three: Contribution and Challenges Chapter 6: The Quaker Spiritual Journey Chapter 7: The Critical Friend: Reviewing the Quaker Experience Epilogue Glossary Bibliography Notes About the Author

Stuart K. Masters is a teacher and writer with a focus on the Quaker faith. For fifteen years, he worked for Woodbrooke, an international Quaker learning and research organization, and following his retirement, continues to serve as an Associate Tutor. He is the author of The Rule of Christ (2021) and is a Regional Representative for the Anabaptist Mennonite Network as well as a member of the Advisory Council for the American journal, Quaker Religious Thought. To learn more, visit stuartkmasters.com.

Reviews for The Quaker Faith: Friends of Love and Truth

Once a generation, a book comes along that not only summarizes our Quaker faith, but adds to our ongoing understanding of Love and Truth. This is that book. Rooted in the past, but looking to the future, Stuart Master’s book, The Quaker Faith: Friends of Love and Truth is a must-read for anyone interested in the Quaker experience. -- Philip Gulley * author of Living the Quaker Way * Carefully crafted, Stuart Masters has finely balanced accessibility and rigour in this comprehensive introduction to the Quaker way, historically and in its present-day global form. Highly recommended for anyone interested in Friends and their faith. -- Ben Pink Dandelion * Honorary Professor of Quaker Studies, University of Birmingham *