A Treatise On Divine Institutions And The Origin Of Episcopacy In The Times Of The Apostles is a book written by Henry Thomas Adamson in 1874. The book is a comprehensive study of the origins of the episcopal system in the early Christian church. Adamson explores the historical and religious context of the apostolic era, examining the development of the early church and the role of bishops in its organization.The book begins with a discussion of the divine institutions of the Old Testament and their relevance to the Christian church. Adamson then moves on to examine the apostolic age, exploring the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and the formation of the early Christian community. He also delves into the writings of the apostles and the early church fathers, analyzing their views on the role of bishops and the organization of the church.Throughout the book, Adamson argues that the episcopal system was established by the apostles themselves and was not a later development. He provides evidence from the Bible and other historical sources to support his thesis, and offers a detailed analysis of the organization and function of the early Christian church.A Treatise On Divine Institutions And The Origin Of Episcopacy In The Times Of The Apostles is a valuable resource for scholars and students of early Christian history, as well as for anyone interested in the development of the church and its institutions. The book is well-written and thoroughly researched, and provides a comprehensive overview of the origins of the episcopal system in the early Christian church.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.