The Revival of Evangelicalism: Mission and Piety in the Victorian Church of Scotland

The Revival of Evangelicalism provides a critical analysis of the evangelical movement in the Church of Scotland after the Disruption of 1843. It explores the revival's origins, development, and impact, and highlights the contributions of key figures such as William Muir, Norman MacLeod, and A.H. Charteris. The book also places the revival in the broader context of British imperialism, German biblical criticism, European Romanticism, and Victorian print culture.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2023
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

The Revival of Evangelicalism delves into the resurgence and profound impact of evangelicalism within the Church of Scotland following the Disruption of 1843. By situating the chronological development of established evangelicalism within the broader context of British imperialism, German biblical criticism, European Romanticism, and Victorian print culture, the book offers a comprehensive exploration of this transformative movement.

Drawing upon a diverse array of primary sources, including newspapers, magazines, published sermons, personal correspondence, family papers, and General Assembly reports, the Revival of Evangelicalism provides a rich and detailed account of the revival's origins, progression, and enduring legacy. The author intricately weaves biographical case studies of influential figures who played pivotal roles in the process of revival and recovery, including William Muir, Norman MacLeod, and A.H. Charteris.

Through its meticulous analysis, the book sheds light on the ways in which the evangelical movement continued along certain pre-Disruption lines while also evolving to encompass a broader spectrum of Reformed Presbyterian doctrine and piety during the long reign of Queen Victoria. It explores the interplay between religious revivalism, social reform movements, and cultural influences, highlighting the ways in which they shaped the theological and moral frameworks of the Scottish church.

The Revival of Evangelicalism serves as a valuable resource for scholars, pastors, and anyone interested in the history of Christianity, religious reform, and the cultural dynamics of nineteenth-century Scotland. It offers a nuanced and insightful perspective on the revival's origins, development, and enduring impact, contributing to our understanding of the complex and multifaceted history of the Church of Scotland.

Weight: 388g
Dimension: 154 x 234 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474491679