The Ritual Movement by James Galloway Cowan

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Author Cowan, James Galloway
Title The Ritual Movement
Three plain sermons preached at St. John the Evangelist's, Hammersmith
Note Reading ease score: 38.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Transcribed from the 1866 William Skeffington edition by David Price
Summary "The Ritual Movement" by James Galloway Cowan is a compilation of three sermons preached in the Anglican Church during the mid-19th century. This work addresses the significant topic of church ritualism and the importance of maintaining decency and order in worship practices. Cowan emphasizes that the essence of worship is not merely internal but must also engage the body through ritualistic expressions, aiming to elevate and honor God. In these sermons, Cowan explores the historical context and theological implications of ritual practice within the Christian faith. He discusses the early Church's adherence to elaborate rituals as prescribed by God and argues for the importance of preserving those traditions to enhance worship experiences. Throughout his discourse, Cowan also confronts the tensions arising from the Reformation and the subsequent rituals' evolution, emphasizing the need for unity and decorum in worship while warning against the dangers of excessive ritualism that can lead to formalism and idolatry. Overall, the work advocates for a balanced approach to worship that honors both spiritual and physical expressions of faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Sermons, English
Subject Church of England -- Sermons -- 19th century
Subject Bible. Corinthians, 1st, XIV, 40 -- Sermons
Subject Ritualism -- Sermons
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EBook-No. 64741
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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