A Body of Divinity: Or, the Sum and Substance of Christian Religion

by James Ussher

Publishers:

R. J.; Jonathan Robinson; A. and J. Churchill; J. Taylor; J. Wyatt

, 1702

Overview

Discover a beloved resource of the Westminster Divines. A Body of Divinity: Or, the Sum and Substance of Christian Religion is considered a classic work of Reformation theology. Written in a question and answer format similar to the catechisms of its day, James Ussher’s book is full of spiritual gems and theological insight. Perfect for family and personal devotional reading, this often overlooked volume is a gateway into Puritan history and is essential to understanding the roots of the English Reformation.

Key Features

• Provides an overview of Reformation doctrines
• Discusses relevant Scripture passages
• Rebuts alternative theological viewpoints

Contents

Top Highlights

“By such Means as he hath revealed himself. For God dwelleth in the Light that no Man can come unto; whom no Man hath seen nor can see, (1 Tim. 6:16.) except he shew himself unto us. Not that he is hidden in the Darkness, (for he dwelleth in the Light) but that the dulness of our Sight, and blindness of our Hearts, cannot reach unto that Light, except he declare himself unto us: Like as the Sun is not seen but by his own Light, so God is not known but by such Means as he hath manifested himself.” (Page 63)

“For very Beasts have some sparkles or resemblance of Reason, but none of Religion.” (Page 61)

“The second Notion under which I commend it, respecteth” (Page iii)

Product Details

• Title: A Body of Divinity: Or, the Sum and Substance of Christian Religion
• Author: James Ussher
• Publisher: A. and J. Churchill
• Publication Date: 1702
• Pages: 530
• Christian Group: Reformed
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Topic: Philosophy and Apologetics

About James Ussher

James Ussher (1581–1656) was born in Dublin, Ireland. He was a professor of theological controversies at Trinity College, Dublin, where he advanced in office from bachelor of divinity to doctor of divinity to vice-chancellor, and finally to vice-provost. James I nominated him Bishop of Meath in 1621. In 1625, he succeeded Christopher Hampton as Archbishop of Armagh. A prolific writer, he produced dozens of works in Latin and English over his long and successful career.