Historical Dictionary of Anglicanism

Historical Dictionary of Anglicanism
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Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages : 762
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ISBN-10 : 9781442250161
ISBN-13 : 144225016X
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Book Synopsis Historical Dictionary of Anglicanism by : Colin Buchanan

Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Anglicanism written by Colin Buchanan and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-10-22 with total page 762 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anglicanism arguably originated in 1534 when Parliament passed the Act of Supremacy, which transferred papal power over the Church of England to the king. Today, approximately 550 dioceses are located around the world, not only in England, but also everywhere that the British Empire's area of influence extended. With a membership estimated at around 80 million members the Anglican Communion is the third largest Christian communion in the world This second edition of Historical Dictionary of Anglicanism covers the history of Anglicanism through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 700 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, concepts and institutions, rituals and liturgy, events and national communities. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Anglicanism.


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