Select Works of George Gillespie (3 vols.)
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
The Select Works of George Gillespie offers a glimpse into seventeenth-century Reformation politics from a fiery and influential Scottish theologian. A prominent member of the Westminster Assembly, Gillespie wrote many works. You’ll find a volume on the Reformed doctrine of Magistracy, warnings against dangers to the faith from the issues of his day, and concerns about groups of his contemporaries that he believed were damaging to the church. Students of history, theology, and political science will all enjoy this collection.
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For more works by George Gillespie, check out The Presbyterian’s Armoury (3 vols.).
Key Features
- Presents the writings of a prominent seventeenth-century member of the Westminster Assembly
- Treats Reformed doctrine
- Offers insights into religious and political tensions of the seventeenth century
Product Details
- Title: Select Works of George Gillespie
- Author: George Gillespie
- Volumes: 3
- Pages: 580
- Christian Group: Reformed
- Resource Type: Collected Works
- Topic: Historical Theology
About George Gillespie
George Gillespie (1613–1648) was a Scottish theologian. He was a member of the Westminster Assembly, one of the four commissioners appointed by the Scottish Church. He wrote Aaron’s Rod Blossoming in defense of the high Presbyterian party.
Reviews
1 rating
Daniel Caballero
10/22/2024
Of all the abundant galaxy of Scottish Reformed theologians of the first half of the 17th century, I must confess that Gillespie is my favourite. He combines the rigour of Rutherford, with the applications of Durham. No doubt reading him (again) in Logos will be a joy!
