Publisher's Synopsis
""Short Story of the Rise, Reign and Ruin of the Antinomians, Familists and Libertines that Infected the Churches of New England"" is a historical account written by John Winthrop. The book details the rise and fall of three religious groups that emerged in New England during the mid-17th century: the Antinomians, the Familists, and the Libertines. These groups challenged the traditional Puritan beliefs and practices of the time, causing division and controversy within the church. Winthrop, a prominent Puritan leader, provides a firsthand account of the events that led to the downfall of these groups and their impact on the religious landscape of New England. The book offers a unique insight into the religious and social tensions of colonial America and sheds light on the complex relationships between different religious groups during this period. Overall, ""Short Story of the Rise, Reign and Ruin of the Antinomians, Familists and Libertines that Infected the Churches of New England"" is an important historical document that provides valuable information about the early history of religion in America.1644. This story also presents how there were confuted by the assembly of Ministers there; as also of the Magistrates' proceedings in court against them, together with God's strange and remarkable judgments from heaven upon some of the chief fomenters of these opinions, and the lamentable death of Ms. Hutchison. Written in Old English.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.
