Pastoral Annals (1840)

Pastoral Annals Is A Historical Book Written By James Spencer Knox In 1840. The Book Is A Detailed Account Of The Early History Of The Presbyterian Church In The United States Particularly In The State Of Virginia. It Chronicles The Struggles Challenges And Triumphs Of The Early Presbyterian Ministers And Congregations In Virginia.The Book Is Divided Into Several Chapters Each Focusing On A Specific Period In The History Of The Presbyterian Church In Virginia. The First Chapter Provides An Overview Of The Early History Of The Church Including The Arrival Of The First Presbyterian Ministers In Virginia In The Early 1700S. The Subsequent Chapters Cover Topics Such As The Great Awakening The Revolutionary War And The Growth Of The Church In The 19Th Century.Throughout The Book Knox Provides Detailed Accounts Of The Lives And Ministries Of Some Of The Most Influential Presbyterian Ministers In Virginia Including Samuel Davies John Blair Smith And John Witherspoon. He Also Explores The Role Of The Presbyterian Church In The Larger Context Of American History Including Its Involvement In The American Revolution And Its Impact On The Development Of American Culture And Society.Overall Pastoral Annals Is A Valuable Resource For Anyone Interested In The History Of The Presbyterian Church In The United States Particularly In Virginia. It Provides A Comprehensive And Engaging Account Of The Early Years Of The Church And Sheds Light On The Challenges And Triumphs Of The Presbyterian Ministers And Congregations Who Helped To Shape The Course Of American History.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.