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Spiritual Reformers in the 16th & 17th Centuries

By Rufus M. Jones
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The book traces a persistent side current of the Reformation that emphasized inward, spirit-led religion and profiles a sequence of continental and English figures who developed those ideas. It examines thinkers associated with the inward word, nature mysticism, and a middle-way reform, dedicating extended treatment to Jacob Boehme—his life, cosmology, soteriology, and reception in England. It also surveys early English interpreters, political and religious patrons, and seventeenth-century thinkers and poets who articulated an experiential, mystical Christianity. The author connects these intellectual and devotional strands to the spiritual preparations that shaped later movements and maps their theological themes, practices, and influence across several chapters.

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Rufus M. Jones

Rufus M. Jones was an influential American theologian, writer, and Quaker leader known for his contributions to spiritual thought and reform. His works often explore the intersection of spirituality and daily life, as seen in titles like "Spiritual Energies in Daily Life" and "The Inner Life." Jones also delved into historical spiritual figures, notably in "Spiritual Reformers in the 16th & 17th Centuries," where he examined the impact of key reformers on religious thought. His biography of Eli and Sibyl Jones highlights his commitment to understanding the lives of those who shaped Quakerism. Through his writings, Jones sought to inspire a deeper connection to spirituality and personal growth.

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