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43 a The Societies The societal system of Methodism has long been recognized as a key element in its success since it gave the strength of mutual fellowship , as well as providing a structural form peculiarly adapted to the needs of the ...
43 a The Societies The societal system of Methodism has long been recognized as a key element in its success since it gave the strength of mutual fellowship , as well as providing a structural form peculiarly adapted to the needs of the ...
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Simon , while certain that Wesley moves beyond the interest and abilities of these earlier societies , understands him to have preserved their " best characteristics ” and to have been at one with their purpose — to promote holiness .
Simon , while certain that Wesley moves beyond the interest and abilities of these earlier societies , understands him to have preserved their " best characteristics ” and to have been at one with their purpose — to promote holiness .
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society , certainly cannot be discounted as playing its part in the development of the societal form in Wesley's work.50 Neither Towlson nor Simon , concerned as they are with a particular aspect of Wesley's societies , discusses ...
society , certainly cannot be discounted as playing its part in the development of the societal form in Wesley's work.50 Neither Towlson nor Simon , concerned as they are with a particular aspect of Wesley's societies , discusses ...
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Contents
Abbreviations | 11 |
Puritan Authors in Wesleys Publications | 31 |
Wesleys Abridgment of Puritan Literature | 47 |
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