Observations on the Sermons of Elias Hicks In Several Letters to Him; With Some Introductory Remarks, Addressed to the Junior Members of the Society of Friends.

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In the early 19th century, the Society of Friends faced internal strife as differing interpretations of faith emerged. "Observations on the Sermons of Elias Hicks In Several Letters to Him; With Some Introductory Remarks, Addressed to the Junior Members of the Society of Friends" by Robert Waln offers a critical examination of Hicks's sermons, highlighting his unique views on the nature of divine revelation and the role of individual conscience. Waln's letters challenge the notion of spiritual authority and encourage young Quakers to engage thoughtfully with their beliefs. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this text provides invaluable insights into the theological debates that shaped early Quakerism and the broader religious landscape of the time.