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100 1 _aRitchie, J. Ewing
_q(James Ewing),
_d1820-1898
245 1 4 _aThe London Pulpit
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-04-08
508 _aTranscribed from the 1858 William Tweedie edition by David Price
520 _a"The London Pulpit" by J. Ewing Ritchie is a collection of observations and critiques on the religious landscape of London, written in the mid-19th century. The work explores various religious denominations and prominent preachers of the time, delving into their influence and the general state of religious observance in urban society. Ritchie seems particularly interested in the contrast between the elevated expectations of the religious pulpit and the reality of attendance and engagement among the populace. At the start of the book, Ritchie sets the stage for his exploration by reflecting on the profound influence of religion in people's lives, even contrasting historical figures like Oliver Cromwell with contemporary preachers. He opens with a statistical overview of religious attendance in London, noting the stark difference between those able to attend worship services and those who actually do. Through detailed descriptions of various denominations and individual preachers, Ritchie offers insights into the challenges they face in connecting with an increasingly secular society, while also addressing the observed decline in the effectiveness and engagement of the church compared to the past. This opening portion not only establishes the book's thematic focus but also raises questions about the nature and direction of faith in a rapidly changing society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aReligious thought -- England -- London
653 _aLondon (England) -- Religion
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31925
999 _c72771
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