The unprecedented global conflicts of the early twentieth century posed a profound ethical dilemma for the theologians of the era. In this collection, drawn from a series of talks delivered in 1914 and 1915, Church of England Bishop William Temple lays out his beliefs about the relationship between Christian doctrine and geopolitical turmoil and defends his position that England had a moral obligation to enter the fray of World War I.

Reflétant les débats de la communauté anglicane, William Temple nous invite à réfléchir sur la place de l’Église dans le débat social et politique. Éducation, revenu minimum, congés payés, liberté de parole, de rassemblement et de religion, et droit de regard des salariés sur la gestion de l’entreprise, toutes ces questions sont actuellement au cœur du débat politique et pour certaines remises en cause. La lecture de l’ouvrage de William Temple, paru en 1942, conduit à se demander si nous ...

This book evaluates William Temple’s theology and his pursuit of church unity. It exposes a number of paradoxes and conflicts that have generally gone under-appreciated in assessments of Temple.William Temple was one of the most outstanding leaders of the early ecumenical movement. In many ways his ecumenical efforts provided a paradigm others have looked to and followed. Through detailed analysis of primary sources, this study sheds light on several behind-the-scenes conflicts Tem...

Leadership is a growing preoccupation of the contemporary church, but for some of the most inspiring examples of good leadership we need to go back, not forwards. Archbishop William Temple is widely regarded as one of the most influential church leaders of the twentieth century. In this book Stephen Spencer unpacks Archbishop Temple’s life and legacy, and the ways in which his leadership transformed society in remarkable ways. From education to politics, and from spiritual direction to lea...

In 'The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54', Osborne's eloquent correspondence offers a vivid portrayal of 17th-century England's social and political milieu. Written with an engaging and intimate literary style, the letters combine emotional depth with sharp wit, reflecting the complexities of love amid the constraints of marriage and societal expectations. These letters stand out as extraordinary documents, showcasing not only the personal sentiments of a woma...

A. PURPOSE AND PLAN William Temple was trained as a philosopher and lectured on phi losophy at Oxford (1904), but his concern for labor, education, journalism, and the Church of England led him away from philosophy as a profession. Enthroned in 1942 as Archbishop of Canterbury, Temple persisted in applying his Christian position to the solution of the problems of the day. He will be remembered for his contributions in many areas of life and thought: his work in the ecumenical movement, and...

Discovery of the species. The discovery of the American bison, as first made by Europeans, occurred in the menagerie of a heathen king. In the year 1521, when Cortez reached Anahuac, the American bison was seen for the first time by civilized Europeans, if we may be permitted to thus characterize the horde of blood thirsty plunder seekers who fought their way to the Aztec capital. With a degree of enterprise that marked him as an enlightened monarch, Montezuma maintained, for the instructi...

In "The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54," the reader is gifted a remarkable window into the intimate and passionate correspondence between Dorothy Osborne and her beloved, Sir William Temple. Written in elegantly crafted prose, these letters not only convey a profound emotional resonance but also reflect the societal norms and expectations of 17th-century England. Osborne's eloquent style combines wit, humor, and deep sentiment, navigating the complexities of...

The principal purpose of this book is to show the scope and quality of intelligence displayed by the animals of a certain species, the elephant, and to afford some data for a comparison of the mental processes of this animal with those of man.

Prayer for Peace includes reading of the eponymous prayer followed by beautiful piano music based on original compositions of Pyotr Tchaikovsky. Piano music includes: The Seasons, Les Saisons Op. 37a, September: The Hunt. Prayer read in English, unabridged by Josh Verbae. Music recording by Anton Kingsbury.

An editor, says Dr. Johnson, is "he that revises or prepares any work for publication;" and this definition of an editor's duty seems wholly right and satisfactory. But now that the revision of these letters is apparently complete, the reader has some right to expect a formal introduction to a lady whose name he has, in all probability, never heard; and one may not be overstepping the modest and Johnsonian limits of an editor's office, when the writing of a short introduction is included a...

Prayers of Hope, Peace, and Protection offers an audio recording of prayers from the Bible, great Saints, sacred texts, and prophets who used these prayers for hundreds of years to invoke and strengthen their faith and relationship with God. Prayers include: Family Prayer, Praying for Hope and Comfort, Prayer for Trust in Jesus, Searching for God, Salutation to Life, Psalm 111, Prayer of Gratitude, The Door of Love, Prayer for Peace, The Irish Blessing, Prayer for the Coming Year. Authors ...