Haereseo-Machia: Or The Mischief Which Heresies Do, And The Means To Prevent It (1646) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104238285)

Haereseo-Machia: Or The Mischief Which Heresies Do, And The Means To Prevent It (1646) is a book written by James Cranford. The book is a treatise on the dangers of heresies and the ways to prevent them. It is divided into two parts. The first part discusses the nature of heresies and their effects on individuals and society. The author argues that heresies are not only harmful to the individual who holds them but also to the society at large. He also explains the different types of heresies and their origins.The second part of the book focuses on the means to prevent heresies. The author suggests that the best way to prevent heresies is through education and the proper interpretation of scripture. He also emphasizes the importance of a strong church hierarchy and the role of the state in maintaining religious orthodoxy. The author argues that the state has a duty to suppress heresies and to protect the true faith.Overall, Haereseo-Machia: Or The Mischief Which Heresies Do, And The Means To Prevent It is an important historical document that sheds light on the religious debates and controversies of the 17th century. It is a valuable resource for scholars of religious history and theology.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: James Cranford
ISBN-10: 1104238284
ISBN-13: 9781104238285
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/02/2009
Pages: 60
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d