The Pulpit Of The Reformation, Nos. 1, 2, 3 and 4.

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The Pulpit Of The Reformation, Nos. 1, 2, 3 and 4.

by John Welch, John Knox, Hugh Latimer

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The Pulpit of the Reformation;

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A modest yet striking compilation brings together four distinct sermons that once pulsed from the pulpits of the Reformation. The first two pieces confront the looming Day of Judgment with urgent, vivid imagery, urging listeners to examine the state of their conscience before an unseen trumpet sounds. The remaining texts shift to familiar biblical parables before moving to a rare sermon delivered before Queen Mary, followed by an excerpt from John Knox’s admonition to the English people, all preserving the fervent voice of their original preachers.

The collection invites modern ears to experience the raw intensity of 16th‑century religious discourse, where fire‑lit warnings and calls to repentance echo across centuries. Listeners will hear the stark contrast between the “wise” and “foolish” believers, the vivid descriptions of celestial tribunals, and the earnest pleas for steadfast faith amid turmoil. It offers a window into a period when fire-and-brimstone preaching was both a moral compass and a rallying cry for reform.

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en

Duration

~3 hours (173K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2009-02-16

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

John Welch

John Welch

d. 1622

A fiery Scottish Presbyterian preacher, he became one of the best-known church leaders of his time through bold preaching, exile, and stubborn faith under pressure. His story connects the world of the Scottish Reformation with the struggles that shaped early seventeenth-century Britain.

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John Knox

John Knox

d. 1572

A fierce voice of the Scottish Reformation, this 16th-century preacher and writer helped reshape religion and public life in Scotland. His sermons, arguments, and histories still make him one of the country's most debated religious figures.

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Hugh Latimer

Hugh Latimer

d. 1555

A bold voice of the English Reformation, remembered for sharp preaching, plain speaking, and remarkable courage in the face of death. His life captures a turbulent moment when faith, politics, and conscience collided.

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