Memoirs Of Samuel M. Janney, Late Of Lincoln, Loudoun County, Virginia: A Minister In The Religious Society Of Friends (1881)

Memoirs of Samuel M. Janney, Late of Lincoln, Loudoun County, Virginia: A Minister in the Religious Society of Friends is a book written by Samuel Macpherson Janney and published in 1881. The book is a personal account of Janney's life and experiences as a minister in the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers. Janney was born in Virginia in 1801 and was raised in a Quaker family. He became a minister in his early twenties and spent the rest of his life preaching and traveling throughout the United States and Europe. The book chronicles Janney's spiritual journey, including his struggles with doubt and his eventual acceptance of his calling as a minister.In addition to his personal experiences, Janney also discusses the history and beliefs of the Quaker religion. He provides insight into the Quaker way of life, including their commitment to nonviolence, simplicity, and equality. Janney also shares stories of his interactions with other prominent Quakers, including Lucretia Mott and John Woolman.Memoirs of Samuel M. Janney is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Quaker history and theology. It provides a unique perspective on the Quaker faith and the life of a minister during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.