The Principles of Church Polity (1882)

The Principles of Church Polity is a book written by George Trumbull Ladd and first published in 1882. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of church governance and polity. Ladd examines the historical and biblical foundations of church polity and offers a detailed analysis of the different forms of church government, including episcopal, presbyterian, and congregational. He also explores the role of the clergy and laity in church governance, as well as the importance of church discipline and the administration of sacraments. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an invaluable resource for students of theology and church history, as well as for pastors and church leaders. Overall, The Principles of Church Polity is a seminal work on the subject of church governance and remains relevant to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.