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100 1 _aMesick, John F.
245 1 2 _aA Discourse on the Evils of Dancing
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-07-08
508 _aProduced by Gerard Arthus, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"A Discourse on the Evils of Dancing" by John F. Mesick is a religious treatise that was delivered in the mid-19th century, specifically in March 1846. This book takes the form of a sermon or discourse and addresses the moral and spiritual consequences of dancing, particularly within the context of Christian teachings. The text argues against dancing as an activity that aligns with worldly pleasures, emphasizing the importance of non-conformity to secular practices for those seeking salvation and adherence to the Gospel. In the discourse, Mesick provides a detailed critique of dancing, asserting that it is not only incongruous with Christian values but also a serious temptation leading individuals away from piety. He discusses various aspects of dancing, including its perceived health benefits, the corrupt environments it often fosters, and its association with moral decay. Mesick calls for a complete renunciation of dancing, positing that it distracts individuals from their spiritual responsibilities and serves as a dangerous precedent for the youth. This sermon reflects the values and concerns of the religious community at the time, urging followers to maintain a clear distinction between their faith and the temptations of contemporary society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSermons, American -- 19th century
653 _aDance -- Moral and ethical aspects
653 _aAntidance Literature
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36667
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