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A curated selection of a seventeenth-century Quaker leader’s writings combining autobiographical narrative, doctrinal testimonies, and practical counsel. Organized into narrative passages, thematic testimonies, and social guidance, the material addresses business conduct, the inward light, justice, meetings and ministry, oaths, equality, scripture, sin, slavery, war, and the role of women. Emphasis rests on plain speech, disciplined meeting procedure, mutual accountability, nonviolence, and spiritual inwardness over outward ritual, presented as concise exhortations, procedural rules, and moral reflections for communal and individual conduct.

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George Fox

George Fox (1624-1691) was an English dissenter and the founder of the Religious Society of Friends, commonly known as Quakers. His spiritual journey led him to advocate for a direct, personal experience of God, emphasizing inner light and the importance of individual conscience. Fox's writings, including his autobiography and journals, provide insight into his life, beliefs, and the early Quaker movement. His notable works, such as "George Fox: An Autobiography" and "The Journal of George Fox," reflect his commitment to social justice and religious freedom, influencing generations of activists and reformers.

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