Halle Pietists in England: Anthony William Boehm and the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge

Brunner, Daniel L.

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“…Nonetheless, in spite of the fact that Pietism often functioned impatiently and belligerently within German Lutheranism, it identified resolutely with Luther, and its essential orthodoxy consistently has been reaffirmed. 20 Carter Lindberg has drawn attention to the numerous ways in which Lutheran Pietism was a key historical link between sixteenth-century Lutheranism and the late-twentieth-century charismatic renewal. 21 In addition, because Pietist practice in noteworthy ways foreshadowed the English Evangelical revivals, it also shares important commonalities with a Pentecostalism that is included within the broad sweep of American evangelicalism.…”

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Exploring Pietism as an Intermediary for Lutheran‐Pentecostal Dialogue

Brunner¹,

Payne²

2016

Dialog

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The authors, a Lutheran and a Pentecostal, explore similarities and differences between their respective traditions using German Lutheran Pietism as a bridge. Parallels include conversionism, devotion to the Bible, practical holiness, missional activism, and opposition to the shortcomings of the religious status quo. Key divergences between the movements include the role of the sacraments, the place of manifestational gifts, and eschatology. The authors highlight how Pietism can be a useful channel and translator for dialogue.

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Exploring Pietism as an Intermediary for Lutheran‐Pentecostal Dialogue

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Payne²

2016

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“…What should not be overlooked, however, is the unparalleled benevolent nature of work itself, especially in the lives of children and widows, and the impact its publication had on the fledgling charity school movement in Britain. 63 To inspire and 'provoke' similar outreach efforts was indeed part of the purpose Francke (and Boehm) had in publishing the account: 'Wherefore being well assured that many Persons have been already excited by the report of this Work, more industriously to provide for the Poor and Afflicted, it gives us a better ground to hope, that this full Narrative… will produce a still happier Effect, and revive in many Souls a true Sense of Christian Charity.' 64 Also to be noted is the fact that 'the main scope of the whole Undertaking… is nothing else but the Salvation of Souls and their Conversion to life everlasting'.…”

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“…Boehm inspired the interest of the SPCK in this enterprise, and the Society gave itself wholeheartedly to the work. 67 Boehm reminded readers, in his prologue on the character of a missionary, that nothing less than the salvation of souls is at stake: 'Truly, any one that is himself a true Member of Christ… will feel a yearning of his Bowels for (p.83) so many Millions of Souls remaining still under the Power of Satan, unto whom the Light of the gracious Gospel hath not yet appeared.' 68 In a Christmastide speech before members of the SPCK, Ziegenbalg, home on furlough, reiterated Boehm's sentiments and called fellow Christians to follow his example:…”

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The ‘Evangelical’ Heart of Pietist Anthony William Boehm

Brunner¹

2016

Heart Religion

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and Keywords German Lutheran Pietism, as represented by Philipp J. Spener and August H. Francke's institutions at Halle, is one noteworthy outworking of the 'spiritual' revival during the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. The foremost proponent of Halle Pietism in England was Anthony William Boehm (1673-1722), whose literary activity became significant in English religious life. This chapter evaluates the 'evangelical' nature of Boehm's Pietist voice in the 'tunnel period' between the Restoration and the Evangelical Revival. Using the lens of David Bebbington's quadrilateral-conversionism, activism, biblicism, and crucicentrism-the article explore the similarities and dissimilarities between Pietism and evangelicalism at the nexus of Boehm's publications.

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“…145 In 1699, as a reward for his continuing politico-religious support, William gave permission for George to open a Lutheran chapel at St James's Palace. 146 Flanders. 161 Family relationships were undoubtedly fraught and difficult from 1692 onwards, but as far as possible the public persona of the post-Revolution monarchy had to be one of unity.…”

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Dynastic Politics, International Protestantism and Royal Rebellion: Prince George of Denmark and the Glorious Revolution

Farguson

2016

The English Historical Review

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and members of a group close to the Prince and Princess of Denmark, known as the 'Cockpit circle', had deserted the king and transferred their allegiance to Prince William. This group included, Lord Cornbury, master of the horse to Prince George and the first major defector from the royal side, Henry Fitzroy, 1 st duke of Grafton, James Butler, 2 nd duke of Ormonde, Lord John Churchill and Colonel John Berkeley, master of the horse to Princess Anne of Denmark. 1 A few days later Anne retreated from the court in London and made her way towards the Midlands. The desertion of the highest ranking Protestant members of the royal family, then resident in England, inflicted serious political injuries on James II, and foreshadowed the collapse of his regime. This statement may seem improbable, but a royal defection on such a scale had tremendous symbolic power. In the opening stages of the Glorious Revolution, through their involvement in ceremonies in urban communities, George and Anne used this power to demonstrate their support for the Williamite cause. These performances are largely neglected-especially the ones enacted by George-but our understanding of the Glorious Revolution is incomplete without incorporating the evidence of ephemeral events that at the time, were considered important. It is clear that Princess Anne of Denmark played a significant role in the Revolution, and she will be mentioned at various points in what follows, but this article will concentrate on the part played by Prince George. To understand fully the political significance of Prince George's participation in the Glorious * I would like to thank Toby Barnard, Gabriel Glickman, David Hayton, Grant Tapsell, Martin Conway and the two anonymous reviewers of this journal for their insightful comments and suggestions on earlier drafts of this article. The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art generously funded my research in Denmark.

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Halle Pietists in England: Anthony William Boehm and the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge

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Exploring Pietism as an Intermediary for Lutheran‐Pentecostal Dialogue

Exploring Pietism as an Intermediary for Lutheran‐Pentecostal Dialogue

The ‘Evangelical’ Heart of Pietist Anthony William Boehm

Dynastic Politics, International Protestantism and Royal Rebellion: Prince George of Denmark and the Glorious Revolution

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