“So the question is, First, Whether the civil magistrate hath power to force men in things religious to do contrary to their conscience, and if they will not to punish them in their goods, liberties, or lives? this we hold in the negative.”
Quote by Robert Barclay
Work
An Apology for the Christian Divinity: As the Sameis Held Forth and Preached by the People Called, in Scorm Quakers, Being a Full Explanation and Vindication of Their Principles and Doctrines
This book is a scholarly work that provides a comprehensive defense of the Christian divinity as interpreted by the Scorm Quakers. It aims to clarify and justify their religious beliefs and practices, offering a detailed exploration of their principles and doctrines. more
Author
Robert Barclay
Robert Barclay (December 23, 1648 - October 3, 1690) was an English writer known for his works in philosophy, religion, and theology. His writings have had a profound impact on later generations. more
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