Publisher's Synopsis
Sabbath Labor Is Seventh-Day Slavery: A Voice From Ireland On The Sabbath Question (1849) is a book written by J. C. Ollerenshaw that deals with the topic of Sabbath observance. The author argues that working on the Sabbath is equivalent to slavery and goes against the biblical commandment to keep the Sabbath holy. The book is written from an Irish perspective and addresses the issue of Sabbath observance in Ireland during the mid-19th century. Ollerenshaw argues that the Sabbath is a day of rest and worship that should be observed by all Christians. He cites biblical passages to support his argument and also draws on the writings of other religious leaders to make his case.The book is divided into several chapters, each dealing with a different aspect of the Sabbath question. Ollerenshaw discusses the history of Sabbath observance in Ireland, the role of the church in promoting Sabbath observance, and the impact of Sabbath-breaking on society. He also addresses some of the common objections to Sabbath observance, such as the need for some people to work on the Sabbath for economic reasons.Overall, Sabbath Labor Is Seventh-Day Slavery: A Voice From Ireland On The Sabbath Question (1849) is a thought-provoking and well-researched book that provides a valuable perspective on the issue of Sabbath observance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in Ireland and the role of the Sabbath in religious observance.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.
