William Law war ein englischer Priester, dessen Gewissensbedenken bei der Ableistung eines Treueeids auf den ersten hannoverschen Monarchen ihn seine Stellung am Emmanuel College in Cambridge kosteten. Diese Integrität, die ihn zu den "Nicht-Eid-Leistenden" (Non-Jurors) zählte, führte ihn schließlich zur privaten Lehrtätigkeit und zu umfangreichen Schriften. Seine mystischen und theologischen Werke beeinflussten zusammen mit seiner persönlichen Integrität maßgeblich die evangelikale Bewegung seiner Zeit und Denker der Aufklärung. Law's geistliche Schriften sind bis heute gedruckt und erhältlich.
This essential collection brings together Law's most important writings on a wide range of religious and philosophical topics. With its penetrating insights and profound spiritual depth, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious thought.
First published in 1760, this book is a collection of letters written by the English theologian and mystic, William Law. The letters cover a wide range of topics related to religious and spiritual life, including prayer, meditation, and the nature of God. This book is a classic of religious literature, and is an inspiring and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in spiritual matters.
This classic work of moral philosophy offers a unique perspective on human nature and society, using the fable of the bees as a metaphor for economic and social life. With its innovative ideas and rich language, this book remains relevant and inspiring today, providing a profound critique of the materialism and selfishness of modern society.
Discover the theological writings and musings of the revered William Law. This comprehensive compilation includes various sermons, tracts, and other works that showcase Law's profound understanding of Christian theology and spirituality.
This anthology presents the major works of William Law, a prominent Anglican theologian and spiritual writer of the eighteenth century. His writings, which combine deep learning, mystical insight, and practical advice, have had a lasting influence on Christian spirituality and theology.
In this classic work, William Law explores the nature of prayer and its transformative power over the human soul. Drawing on Christian theology and mystical traditions, Law argues that prayer is the key to unlocking the riches of eternity and escaping the trap of temporal existence. Part 1 of this book lays out Law's basic framework for understanding prayer and its relationship to the soul, setting the stage for a deeper exploration in subsequent volumes.
This book contains three letters written by William Law in defense of high church principles. The letters were addressed to Benjamin Hoadly, the bishop of Bangor, and were written between 1717 and 1719. The letters are an important theological work of the period and offer insight into the religious battles of the time.