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Quaker Faith & Practice
The book of Christian discipline of the Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in Britain
Quaker faith & practice ("Qf&p") is the core publication of Britain Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends. It is an attempt to express Truth through the vital personal and corporate experience of Friends. It is largely composed of extracts from Friends' writings: a fitting way of expressing the breadth of Quaker theology. It also describes the current structures (church government) of Britain Yearly Meeting.
The fifth edition contains eight chapters that have been updated since the fourth edition. The changes include an updated chapter 16 on the Quaker marriage procedure, which now reflects Yearly Meeting’s decision in 2009 to recognise same- and opposite-sex marriage as equal. Other amendments reflect new committee, administrative and accountability structures in the Society, and more open membership procedures.
Quaker faith & practice ("Qf&p") is the core publication of Britain Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends. It is an attempt to express Truth through the vital personal and corporate experience of Friends. It is largely composed of extracts from Friends' writings: a fitting way of expressing the breadth of Quaker theology. It also describes the current structures (church government) of Britain Yearly Meeting.
The fifth edition contains eight chapters that have been updated since the fourth edition. The changes include an updated chapter 16 on the Quaker marriage procedure, which now reflects Yearly Meeting’s decision in 2009 to recognise same- and opposite-sex marriage as equal. Other amendments reflect new committee, administrative and accountability structures in the Society, and more open membership procedures.
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First published December 10, 2013
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March 5, 2014
This is a publication from the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in Great Britain which outlines the beliefs, views and stances of the Society known as their 'testimonies'.
As well as many quotes and passages from Quaker writings over the years the book also contains detailed information about Quakers ranging from their silent worship and pacifism to their views on alcohol and homosexuality. There is also information about Quaker marriage, membership applications, support for other members, diversity of beliefs and much more.
The wisdom contained in the book is wonderful and I found it instructive and fun to read. if you are a British Quaker or an attender of Quaker meetings I would say this book is a 'must read'
As well as many quotes and passages from Quaker writings over the years the book also contains detailed information about Quakers ranging from their silent worship and pacifism to their views on alcohol and homosexuality. There is also information about Quaker marriage, membership applications, support for other members, diversity of beliefs and much more.
The wisdom contained in the book is wonderful and I found it instructive and fun to read. if you are a British Quaker or an attender of Quaker meetings I would say this book is a 'must read'
December 19, 2007
haven't like READ the whole thing. It's more like a reference book.
November 15, 2009
I enjoy reading the wide spread of Quaker thought on issues that challenge me.
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May 19, 2018I have been going to Quaker Meetings as an attender for seven years now in various different places and I'm yet to take the leap of membership but I find Quaker history and religious insights so interesting I keep a copy of Quaker Faith and Practice and regularly read through it.
It isn't designed to be the kind of book to read cover to cover but rather a reference book with a contents and index making it easy to find what you're looking for.
It isn't considered a holy book for Quakers but an important collection of insights over the centuries since the birth of the Religious Society of Friends in the midst of the English Civil War.
It isn't simply a history book though; a good portion of this book is contemporary in nature and deals with the inner workings of the Society from how they welcome new members to how they make the most important decisions (an often protracted and time consuming process due to Quakers making decisions collectively rather than with a chairperson or leader)
A very good read and certainly has a lot of practical merit if you go to Quaker meetings
It isn't designed to be the kind of book to read cover to cover but rather a reference book with a contents and index making it easy to find what you're looking for.
It isn't considered a holy book for Quakers but an important collection of insights over the centuries since the birth of the Religious Society of Friends in the midst of the English Civil War.
It isn't simply a history book though; a good portion of this book is contemporary in nature and deals with the inner workings of the Society from how they welcome new members to how they make the most important decisions (an often protracted and time consuming process due to Quakers making decisions collectively rather than with a chairperson or leader)
A very good read and certainly has a lot of practical merit if you go to Quaker meetings
September 8, 2015
It's hard to give this a rating, as it's a bit like reviewing the Bible. But as a Quaker it's pretty much the founding text (apart from the Bible) that you need to read. Without this, it's hard to see how one could say they were following the Quaker way.
October 30, 2015
Just re-reading Chapter 3 in preparation for a new clerking appointment...
January 16, 2016
An excellent resource.
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