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

EN·~3 hours·1 chapter

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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

Feb 16, 2009

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

John Welch

John Welch

d. 1622

A fiery Scottish Presbyterian minister, he was known for fearless preaching, deep devotion, and a life shaped by exile as well as faith. His story sits at the heart of the religious struggles of early 17th-century Scotland.

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John Knox

John Knox

d. 1572

A driving force behind the Scottish Reformation, this fiery preacher and writer helped reshape Scotland's religious life and left a lasting mark on Presbyterian tradition. His life was full of conflict, exile, and bold public debate, making him one of the most vivid religious figures of the 1500s.

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Hugh Latimer

Hugh Latimer

d. 1555

A fearless preacher of the English Reformation, this bishop of Worcester became one of its most remembered martyrs. His sermons were known for their plain speaking, moral urgency, and lasting influence on Protestant memory.

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