Publisher's Synopsis
A Discourse Concerning The Inventions Of Men In The Worship Of God is a book written by William King and originally published in 1840. The book is a critical analysis of the various human inventions that have been introduced into the worship of God over the centuries. King argues that many of these inventions, such as religious ceremonies, rituals, and traditions, are not based on biblical teachings and have no real spiritual value. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of human invention in worship. King begins by discussing the origins of religious ceremonies and traditions, arguing that many of them have pagan roots and were adopted by early Christians as a way of making their faith more appealing to non-Christians. He goes on to examine the use of images and icons in worship, arguing that they are often used as substitutes for true spiritual devotion. King also discusses the role of music in worship, arguing that it should be used to inspire true devotion rather than simply to entertain or impress congregations. He also examines the use of prayer beads, rosaries, and other religious artifacts, arguing that they are often used as a substitute for true spiritual devotion. Overall, A Discourse Concerning The Inventions Of Men In The Worship Of God is a thought-provoking book that challenges readers to examine their own religious practices and beliefs. King's arguments are well-reasoned and backed up by extensive research, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religious practices and their impact on modern worship.To Which Are Added, Two Admonitions To The Dissenting Inhabitants Of The Diocese Of Derry, Concerning A Book Lately Published By Mr. J. Boyse.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.