Redemption

Hoare, Edward, 1812-1894Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 212K words
Chapters: 22

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Redemption by Edward HoareAuthor: Hoare, Edward, 1812-1894,Language: English, Class: BT: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Doctrinal theology, God, Christology, Release Date: Mar 7, 2016

Editor's review

This is a work of Christian doctrine written in the nineteenth century by the English churchman Edward Hoare, centered on the theme of redemption and belonging to the fields of systematic theology and Christology. As a public-domain ebook, it preserves the typical style of Victorian religious writing: closely argued, richly cited, and solemn in tone, making it a useful sample for understanding nineteenth-century English theological discourse. Readers can see how a pastoral author of the time explained concepts such as sin, atonement, and grace to ordinary believers, and its chapter structure lends itself to reading in installments. It should be noted that the book was written long ago, and its terminology and modes of expression differ markedly from contemporary theological works; it is best read with an awareness of historical context, as a document of thought rather than a quick devotional read. For readers studying religious texts, church history, or English religious prose, it offers primary material; for general readers seeking light reading, it requires some patience.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Scholars and students studying nineteenth-century English Christian theology and pastoral writing
Readers with a basic grasp of soteriological questions in systematic theology who wish to read a primary source
Those needing a corpus of English religious prose for linguistic or translation research
Enthusiasts of church history willing to understand older theological expression within its historical context

Not a good fit for

Readers seeking the latest findings of contemporary theological debate
General readers expecting light devotional pieces or narrative content
Those impatient with archaic English religious style and prone to finding it dull
Readers who need a Chinese translation and do not wish to read the English original

Reading tips

Begin with the table of contents and introduction to see which aspect of soteriology each chapter addresses, then plan your reading order.
After each chapter, summarize the author's core argument in one or two sentences to avoid getting lost in dense argumentation.
Annotate expressions peculiar to the nineteenth century as you go, distinguishing historical context from questions of concern to contemporary readers.
Read alongside other works on soteriology to build a comparative framework of different positions on the same issue.

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FAQ

Is this book a novel or a theological treatise?

It is a work of Christian doctrine offering theological discussion centered on redemption; it is not a novel and has no fictional plot. Expect an argumentative genre and focus on the author's reasoning and citations.

Can I understand it without a theology background?

You can, but it will be demanding. The book involves technical concepts such as sin, atonement, and grace, and was written long ago. It is advisable to first learn the basic framework of soteriology or read it alongside an introductory work.

Why does the English feel so old?

The author lived in the nineteenth century, and the prose carries the solemn style and long sentences of Victorian religious writing. This is normal for a historical text; slow down and read chapter by chapter to adjust.

How is the electronic edition best read?

Public-domain ebooks are easy to search and excerpt, making them suitable for chapter-by-chapter reading and note-taking on an e-reader. For research, locate the key chapters first, then read through, to work more efficiently.

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About the author

Hoare, Edward, 1812-1894 Author

Edward Hoare (1812–1894) was a prolific nineteenth-century Christian author, with 32 works held in the collection. His writing centres on sermons and theological discussion, covering daily devotion, redemption, sanctification, the Lord's Supper, and hope for Jerusalem. His representative works show that he served readers with sermon collections such as Sermons for the Day, while addressing systematic theology in works like Sanctification, Redemption, and Evolution. The Doctrine of the Lord's Supper. As Taught by the Church of England reflects his attention to Anglican teaching, and Sermons on the Scriptural Principles of our Protestant Church shows an apologetic aim and a concern to clarify confessional positions. Because public information is limited, biographical details are difficult to verify, but the surviving works reveal a scriptural, sober, and plain style, with emphasis on doctrinal clarity and practical application for believers; these writings had some influence among English-speaking Protestant readers of his time.