02498cam a22003493u 4500 50374 UtSlPG 20260610134146.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 11000030 UtSlPG en iso639-1 BX Wilbur, Henry Watson, 1851-1914 The Life and Labors of Elias Hicks Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-11-03 Produced by Emmanuel Ackerman, Library of Congress and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Life and Labors of Elias Hicks" by Henry Watson Wilbur is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the life of Elias Hicks, a prominent figure in the Society of Friends (Quakers), exploring his spiritual journey, ministry, and the complexities surrounding his beliefs and practices within the context of his times. It delves into the details of his upbringing, his spiritual convictions, and the conflicts that arose within the religious community during his lifetime. The opening of the book introduces readers to the early life and background of Elias Hicks, illustrating his formative years in a Quaker household on Long Island. It highlights the influence of his ancestry and environment on his character and beliefs, detailing his struggles with youthful distractions and eventual commitment to a life of ministry. As the narrative unfolds, readers gain insight into Hicks' deep spiritual contemplations, his dedication to Quaker principles, and the challenges he faced in aligning his understanding of faith with the expectations of his community. The initial chapters set the stage for a profound exploration of Hicks as both a man of faith and a significant historical figure within the Quaker movement. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Quakers -- Biography Hicks, Elias, 1748-1830 Hicks family Bond, Elizabeth Powell, 1841-1926 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50374 91212 91212