“Holiness is nothing else but the habitual and predominant devotion and dedication of soul, and body, and life, and all that we have to God; and esteeming, and loving, and serving, and seeking Him, before all the pleasures and prosperity of the flesh.”
Quote by Richard Baxter
Work
The Practical Works of the Rev. Richard Baxter: With a Life of the Author, and a Critical Examination of His Writings
The Practical Works of the Rev. Richard Baxter is a comprehensive collection of the religious and theological writings of Richard Baxter, an influential English Puritan minister. The volume not only gathers Baxter's practical treatises but also features a detailed biography of the author and a critical evaluation of his contributions to religious thought and practice. more
Author
Richard Baxter
Richard Baxter was an English poet, born on November 12, 1615, and died on December 8, 1691. Known for his religious poetry and theological writings, Baxter held a significant position in English literature during the 17th century. more
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