The Mind of the Oxford Movement
1960
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This book delves into the heart of the 19th-century Oxford Movement, a transformative force in English religious life. More than just a theological debate, the movement was driven by a deep yearning for spiritual authenticity and a desire to reconnect with the ancient roots of Christianity. The author skillfully places the movement within the broader context of European thought, exploring its connections to the Romantic reaction against the Age of Reason and the rise of historical consciousness. Through the lives and ideas of key figures like Keble, Newman, and Pusey, the book reveals a vibrant intellectual and spiritual landscape where poetry, mysticism, and dogma intertwined. This is not a dry historical account. The author brings to life the passionate debates and profound questions that animated the Oxford the nature of faith, the authority of the Church, and the path to personal holiness. The reader is invited to witness the inner struggles and intellectual journeys of individuals grappling with timeless questions about God, humanity, and the meaning of life. Ultimately, this book illuminates the enduring legacy of the Oxford Movement, demonstrating how its insights into faith, reason, and the human condition continue to resonate with us today.
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Owen Chadwick
Author · 10 books
William Owen Chadwick, OM, KBE, FBA, FRSE, was a British Anglican clergyman, academic, writer and prominent historian of Christianity. He was also a rugby union player. He was Master of Selwyn College, Cambridge, from 1956 to 1983, Dixie Professor of Ecclesiastical History from 1958 to 1968, and Regius Professor of History from 1968 to 1983.
