An analysis of ecclesiology in restoration Quakerism : mainly based on Barclay's theology

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  • 王政復古期クエーカーの教会論に関する理論的分析 : バークレー神学を中心に
  • オウセイ フッコキ クエーカー ノ キョウカイロン ニカンスル リロンテキ ブンセキ : バークレー シンガク オ チュウシン ニ

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The aim of this article is to examine whether Quaker church system established around the Restoration is theologically valid, and to clarify its nature from theological, philosophical, and political viewpoints, mainly based on the arguments by Robert Barclay. In the earlier stages of the movement, there were some extremely radical Quakers pretending to be guided by the light. In order to protect the Quaker movement, George Fox, a moderate Quaker, with other leaders managed to control radical forces and establish Quaker church system. Fox's efforts were theoretically supported by Barclay. What I clarify here is that while Barclay argued for the need to set up disciplines and governance for the edification and unification of church, he also grounded the church system as a body of Christ upon the idea of sanctification, that is, Christ's supreme command "love one's enemy". And that church is the place where to testify to God's universal love and peace, distinguishing it from ordinary human organizations.

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  • 基督教研究

    基督教研究 79 (1), 21-39, 2017-06-27

    基督教研究会

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