Communion Tokens Of The Established Church Of Scotland: Sixteenth, Seventeenth And Eighteenth Centuries (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169267114)

Communion Tokens Of The Established Church Of Scotland: Sixteenth, Seventeenth And Eighteenth Centuries is a book written by Alexander J. S. Brook that provides a comprehensive account of the communion tokens used by the Church of Scotland during the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries. The book delves into the history and significance of these tokens, which were used as a means of identifying those who were eligible to participate in the sacrament of Holy Communion. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various types of tokens, including their size, shape, and inscriptions, as well as the materials used to make them. He also explores the social and cultural context in which the tokens were used, shedding light on the religious practices and beliefs of the Scottish people during this period.The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the tokens, as well as historical documents and other related materials. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church of Scotland, as well as those interested in the history of religious practices and traditions in Scotland and beyond.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: Alexander J. S. Brook
ISBN-10: 1169267114
ISBN-13: 9781169267114
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 156
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.44d