Jan Van Leyden King of the New Jerusalem

""Jan Van Leyden King Of The New Jerusalem"" is a historical biography written by Harry C. Schnur. The book tells the story of Jan van Leyden, a 16th-century religious leader who became the ruler of the Anabaptist city of M?????nster in Germany. Van Leyden was a charismatic figure who claimed to be a prophet and led a radical movement that sought to create a new society based on Christian principles. He established a theocratic government and implemented strict laws that enforced communal living and the sharing of resources. The book explores Van Leyden's rise to power, his successes and failures as a leader, and his eventual downfall at the hands of the Catholic Church and the armies of neighboring states. Schnur's book is a detailed and well-researched account of a fascinating chapter in European history, offering insights into the religious and political upheavals of the time and the complexities of human nature.THIS 92 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystic Rebels, by Harry C. Schnur. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595048.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.