Facts and Assertions: or a Brief and Plain Exhibition of the Incongruity of the Peculiar Doctrines of the Church of Rome

This compact 19th‑century tract sets out a plain‑spoken challenge to the Roman Catholic Church’s claim that its doctrines have been continuously taught since the earliest days of Christianity. Its author, a parish rector, argues that many of the “peculiar” teachings of Rome cannot be traced to Scripture or to the writings of the first‑century Fathers, and he frames the discussion as a clash between verifiable facts and long‑standing assertions.

The work proceeds by naming individual Roman doctrines and then measuring them against the biblical record and the testimonies of the early church. Using the Council of Trent’s own statements as a starting point, the writer invites readers to consider whether the alleged continuity is supported by solid evidence. The tone is scholarly yet accessible, making it a useful read for anyone curious about the historical roots of the theological disputes that shaped Protestant‑Catholic relations.