1783 – Primitive Christianity Revived – William Penn | Quaker Doctrine & Penington Essays

William Penn was one of the most important figures in the establishment and rise of religious freedom in the United States. After coming to Pennsylvania to advocate for freedoms, Penn’s work led to the growth of Quakerism in America. Because of his religious beliefs, Penn endured numerous bouts of persecution which inspired him to write works such as Primitive Christianity Revived – one of the clearest statements of early Quaker theology and practice.

In addition to Penn, this 1783 Philadelphia tome includes the Quaker writings of Isaac Penington, including his “Directions to the Panting Soul”.

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Primitive Christianity Revived; Also, Select Essays on Religious Subjects
• Author(s): William Penn; Isaac Penington
• Publisher: Philadelphia, printed and sold by Joseph Cruikshank
• Edition: 1783. First Edition.
• Binding: Modern professional leather binding
• Format: (8vo), single volume
• Size:  8 in x 5 in (20.3 cm x 12.7 cm)
• Collation: each work separately paged
• References: Evans 18081
• Contents Include:
  • Primitive Christianity Revived
  • Select Essays on Religious Subjects

Condition:

Very Good. Modern leather binding remains secure. Preliminary leaves show water staining. Text pages are generally clean with light age toning.

Why Collect This?

• American printing of a foundational Quaker theological text
• Three Quaker works bound together

Item Number: #50056