Captains of the Host: A History of the Seventh Day Adventists Part One (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419174063)

Captains of the Host: A History of the Seventh Day Adventists V1 is a comprehensive book that details the history of the Seventh Day Adventist church. Written by Arthur Whitefield Spalding, the book is divided into several chapters that cover the origins of the Adventist movement, the development of Adventist beliefs and practices, and the growth of the church over time.The book begins with an overview of the early Adventist movement, tracing its roots back to the Millerite movement of the 1840s. It then goes on to explore the development of Adventist beliefs and practices, including their emphasis on the Sabbath, health reform, and the Second Coming of Christ.Throughout the book, Spalding provides detailed accounts of key events in Adventist history, such as the Great Disappointment of 1844, the formation of the General Conference, and the growth of Adventist missions around the world. He also profiles key figures in Adventist history, including Ellen G. White, James White, and Joseph Bates.Overall, Captains of the Host: A History of the Seventh Day Adventists V1 is an informative and engaging book that provides a thorough overview of the history of the Seventh Day Adventist church. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of religion in America, or for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Adventist faith.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.

Author: Arthur Whitefield Spalding
ISBN-10: 1419174061
ISBN-13: 9781419174063
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2005
Pages: 704
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.55d