Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Message of George Fox 1624 to 1924 is a book written by Rufus M. Jones that provides a comprehensive account of the life and teachings of George Fox, a prominent figure in the Quaker movement. The book covers the period from Fox's birth in 1624 to the 1924 centenary of his death, and explores his religious experiences, his travels and preaching, and his influence on the development of Quakerism.Jones draws on a range of sources, including Fox's own writings, historical records, and accounts from other Quakers, to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of the man and his message. He discusses Fox's early life and religious awakening, his rejection of the established church, and his development of a radical new form of Christianity based on direct experience of the divine.The book also examines Fox's role in the founding of the Quaker movement, his travels throughout England and beyond, and his encounters with other religious leaders of the time. Jones explores the key tenets of Fox's teachings, including the importance of inner spiritual experience, the rejection of formal religious hierarchies, and the emphasis on social justice and equality.Overall, The Life and Message of George Fox 1624 to 1924 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Quakerism and the life and teachings of one of its most influential figures.1924. A tercentenary address by Jones given at Haverford College, Haverford, Pennsylvania, May 17, 1924. George Fox stands forth a true specimen of an apostolic man and heroic reformer, absolutely sincere, honest, brave, uncompromising, and with an eye single for the light of God in his soul. His place in religious history is among the spiritual Reformers of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Dr. Jones gives a most sympathetic account of Fox's life; he describes him as a mystic and yet a very practical Christian, and shows how he pronounced against social evils which had gone unchallenged for centuries and with the same sure insight suggested a new way of action. The author's account of the beginning of Fox's religious movement, and the gradual development of the Society of Friends is followed by a striking summary of Fox's mission and its meaning for the present age.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.
