Publisher's Synopsis
""Synods or Law Courts"" is a historical overview of the jurisdiction of the church, written by John Silvester Davies and published in 1877. The book focuses on the law of appeal in matters of doctrine, examining the role of synods and law courts in resolving disputes within the church. Davies provides a detailed account of the development of church jurisdiction, from the early days of Christianity to the present day. He explores the various legal systems that have been used by the church to enforce its doctrines and maintain its authority, including canon law and civil law. Throughout the book, Davies emphasizes the importance of the law of appeal in ensuring that disputes are resolved fairly and justly. He also provides examples of specific cases in which the law of appeal was used to settle disputes within the church. Overall, ""Synods or Law Courts"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of church jurisdiction and the role of law in the church.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.
