The Church of England cleared from the charge of Schism / Upon Testimonies of Councils and Fathers of the first six centuries

Name: The Church of England cleared from the charge of Schism / Upon Testimonies of Councils and Fathers of the first six centuries
Author: T. W. Allies

By T. W. Allies

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A theological-historical study examines councils and the writings of the first six centuries to defend the Church of England against charges of schism by disputing the claim of absolute papal supremacy. The author distinguishes an early, recognised primacy and patriarchal order from the later conception of monarchical papal authority, surveys conciliar procedures and patristic testimony to support continuity with ancient practice, acknowledges contemporary abuses while urging reform, and frames the controversy as an ecclesiological and evidentiary debate resolved through close reading of early Church sources.

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T. W. Allies

T. W. Allies was a notable English writer and theologian, recognized for his contributions to the discourse on church and state relations during the formation of Christendom. His works often explore the historical and theological implications of ecclesiastical authority and its evolution. Among his key writings is "Church and State as Seen in the Formation of Christendom," where he delves into the interplay between religious institutions and political power. Allies also authored a series of reflective journals, including "Journal in France in 1845 and 1848 with Letters from Italy in 1847," which provide insights into his travels and thoughts on contemporary issues regarding the Church and education.