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THE LEGAL POSITION OF THE CLERGY (1905) IBD

KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
12 / 2009
9781120765673
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Sinopsis

The Legal Position of the Clergy is a book written by Philip Vernon Smith and published in 1905. The book explores the legal status and rights of the clergy in England at the time. It delves into the historical background of the Church of England and its relationship with the state, as well as the legal framework governing the appointment and dismissal of clergy.The book covers a wide range of topics related to the legal position of the clergy, including their rights and duties, their relationship with parishioners, their liability for civil and criminal offenses, and their protection under the law. It also examines the role of ecclesiastical courts and their jurisdiction over matters such as marriage, divorce, and probate.Throughout the book, Smith provides detailed analysis and commentary on the legal issues facing the clergy, drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources. He also includes numerous case studies and examples to illustrate his arguments and to highlight the practical implications of the law.Overall, The Legal Position of the Clergy is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the legal status of the clergy in England in the early 20th century. It remains an important reference work for scholars and practitioners in the fields of law, history, and religion.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.