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Letters of ... Samuel Rutherford, whith biogr. notices of his correspondents, by J. Anderson, and a sketch of his life, &c., by A.A. Bonar

The volume includes a selection of letters from Samuel Rutherford, a 17th-century Scottish theologian and church leader. It also features biographical information about the individuals with whom Rutherford corresponded and a biographical sketch of his own life, written by J. Anderson and A.A. Bonar. more

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Samuel Rutherford
Samuel Rutherford

Samuel Rutherford was a 17th-century Scottish theologian and writer whose works had a profound impact on religious and political fields, particularly within the Protestant movement. He is known for his contributions to Christian ethics and political theory. more

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