Eutaxia, Or, the Presbyterian Liturgies : Historical Sketches

by Charles Washington Baird

Excerpt from Eutaxia: Or the Presbyterian Liturgies; Historical Sketches: "If the Parson were ashamed of particularizing in these things, he were not fit to be a Parson; but he holds the Rule, that Nothing is little in God's Service: If it once have the honor of that Name, it grows great instantly." The Country Parson, c. xiv. To ascertain from the history and teachings of the Presbyterian Church, what may be considered its proper theory of worship; and to compare that ideal with our prevailing practice: is my purpose in the following researches. I have chosen for their title a term compendiously designating that due observance of decorum, and regard to comeliness of word and action, which in the public service of God I seek with all humility to advocate.

Genres: History

278 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1855

About the author

Charles Washington Baird was American Presbyterian minister and historian.

Reviews

[Douglas Wilson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A helpful compendium of historical Reformed liturgies, and their genealogical connections. The author Baird, given the nature of his subject, is not exactly a barrel of laughs, but he does have a little bit of fun with the high Anglicans who wanted to ignore the Calvinistic origins of much of their prayer book.

[Gregory · Rating 4 out of 5]

A ground-breaking work in the study of Reformed liturgies and worship.