Errors Of Ritualism: A Course Of Lectures (1872)

Errors of Ritualism: A Course of Lectures is a book written by William Urwick and published in 1872. The book is a series of lectures that Urwick delivered on the subject of ritualism in the Church of England. In these lectures, Urwick discusses the various errors and dangers of ritualism and argues that it is a departure from the true spirit of Christianity.Urwick begins by defining ritualism and explaining its origins and development in the Church of England. He then goes on to discuss the dangers of ritualism, including its tendency to lead to superstition and idolatry, its potential to distract from the true message of Christianity, and its tendency to create divisions within the Church.Throughout the book, Urwick provides numerous examples of the errors of ritualism, including the use of vestments, the elevation of the host, and the use of incense. He also discusses the history of the controversy surrounding ritualism in the Church of England and the efforts of various individuals and groups to combat it.Overall, Errors of Ritualism: A Course of Lectures is a comprehensive and detailed critique of ritualism in the Church of England. It provides a valuable historical perspective on this controversial subject and offers insights into the ongoing debate over the role of ritual in Christian worship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.