Romanism Weighed In The Balance Of The Scriptures And Fathers, And Found Wanting: Intended As A Handbook Of The Romish Controversy (1875) is a book written by William Preston. The book is a comprehensive examination of the teachings and practices of the Roman Catholic Church, and it seeks to evaluate them in light of the Scriptures and the writings of the Church Fathers. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which deals with a specific aspect of Roman Catholicism. These include the doctrines of the papacy, the mass, purgatory, and the veneration of saints and images. Throughout the book, Preston provides detailed analysis and critique of the Roman Catholic teachings, drawing on a wide range of sources including the Bible, the writings of the Church Fathers, and historical documents. He argues that many of the teachings and practices of the Roman Catholic Church are not supported by Scripture or the early Church.The book is intended as a handbook for those engaged in the Romish controversy, and it provides a wealth of information and arguments that can be used in debates with Roman Catholics. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theology of the Roman Catholic Church. Overall, Romanism Weighed In The Balance Of The Scriptures And Fathers, And Found Wanting is a thorough and well-researched critique of Roman Catholicism, and it remains an important work in the history of Protestant-Catholic relations.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.