Discipline Of The Society Of Friends Of New York Yearly Meeting (1859) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166952419)

The Discipline of the Society of Friends of New York Yearly Meeting is a book that was first published in 1859 by the Society of Friends New York. This book is a comprehensive guide that outlines the rules and regulations that govern the Quaker community in New York. The book is divided into several sections that cover various aspects of the Quaker way of life, including worship, ministry, marriage, discipline, and social conduct. Each section provides detailed instructions on how to conduct oneself in accordance with the Quaker principles and values. The Worship section of the book describes the Quaker approach to worship and the importance of silence and reflection in the worship service. It also outlines the procedures for conducting meetings for worship and business. The Ministry section of the book provides guidance on how to recognize and nurture spiritual gifts and how to prepare for ministry. It also describes the role of ministers and the process for appointing them. The Marriage section of the book outlines the Quaker view on marriage and the procedures for conducting a Quaker marriage ceremony. It also provides guidance on issues related to divorce and remarriage. The Discipline section of the book describes the procedures for dealing with members who violate Quaker principles and values. It also outlines the process for resolving disputes among members. The Social Conduct section of the book provides guidance on how to conduct oneself in accordance with Quaker principles in everyday life. It covers issues such as honesty, integrity, and the use of alcohol and tobacco. Overall, the Discipline of the Society of Friends of New York Yearly Meeting is an essential guide for anyone who wants to understand the Quaker way of life and the principles that govern the Quaker community in New York.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.

Author: Society of Friends New York
ISBN-10: 116695241X
ISBN-13: 9781166952419
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 138
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.43lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d