Publisher's Synopsis
Phineas F. Bresee, A Prince In Israel: A Biography (1916) is a book written by Ernest Alexander Girvin that tells the life story of Phineas F. Bresee, a prominent figure in the early days of the Church of the Nazarene. The book provides a detailed account of Bresee's life, from his early years as a Methodist minister to his eventual founding of the Church of the Nazarene.The book explores Bresee's early life and education, including his experiences as a student at Northwestern University and his early work as a pastor in various Methodist churches. It also delves into his involvement in the Holiness movement and his eventual break from the Methodist Church to form the Church of the Nazarene.Throughout the book, Girvin provides insight into Bresee's leadership style and his impact on the Church of the Nazarene. He also explores the various challenges that Bresee faced as he worked to establish the new denomination, including opposition from other religious groups and financial struggles.Overall, Phineas F. Bresee, A Prince In Israel: A Biography (1916) is a comprehensive and engaging look at the life of one of the most influential figures in the early days of the Church of the Nazarene. It provides readers with a deep understanding of Bresee's life, his beliefs, and his contributions to the development of the denomination.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.
