Adin Ballou's Spiritual Journey through Nineteenth-Century New England: Practical Christianity

New England Christianity in the nineteenth century produced many denominations, each with its own truths. Adin Ballou's spiritual quest sought truth but found that denominational histories did not explain what a nineteenth-century New England Christian became. Ballou's faith was his own, always fixed but never settled.

Format: Hardback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 15 December 2022
Publisher: Lexington Books

In the vibrant tapestry of nineteenth-century New England, Christianity blossomed, giving rise to a multitude of denominations that painted the landscape with a rich diversity of beliefs and practices. Baptists, Congregationalists, Methodists, Universalists, Spiritualists, Unitarians, Restorationists, and Calvinists, among many others, beckoned individuals with their unique appeals, each claiming to hold the key to salvation. Amidst this fervent quest for truth, Adin Ballou embarked on a profound spiritual journey, spanning from 1820 to 1880. This captivating book delves into the complexities of denominational histories, acknowledging their significance yet failing to fully explain the profound transformations that shaped nineteenth-century New England Christians. Ballou serves as a poignant example of this paradox, a seeker who remained steadfast yet perpetually unsettled. As he traversed the intricate maze of Christian beliefs in nineteenth-century New England, Ballou's faith evolved and adapted, shaped by the ever-changing tapestry of phenomena and teachings that emerged. It was a personal journey, deeply rooted in his own experiences and convictions, making him a unique figure in the Christian landscape of that era.

Weight: 544g
Dimension: 237 x 157 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781498589710