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A Vindication of a Discourse intituled the Principles of the Cyprianic Age with regard to Episcopal power and jurisdiction. , by John Sage, printed at London by G Croom for Robert Clavel ,1701. John Sage examines the writings of Saint Cyprian from the 3rd century to prove that Episcopal power and jurisdiction were established practices long before the medieval era. Written during a time of intense religious conflict in Scotland, the work serves as a rebuttal to Presbyterian critics like Gilbert Rule, aiming to show that the Presbyterian model lacks historical and apostolic precedent compared to the ancient Episcopal tradition. Blank, title, [14], 536 pages. In old leather binding, binding with wear and light loss at edges. Internally fine condition. Measures 7 by 9 inches.
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1701 Leather Espiscopal Discourse John Sage
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Historical Manuscripts and Printings
Jun 11, 2026 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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