Louis Albert Banks

Broschiertes Buch

The Great Saints Of The Bible (1901)

Beschreibung

""The Great Saints of the Bible"" is a book written by Louis Albert Banks and published in 1901. This book is a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most prominent saints in the Bible. The author provides a detailed account of the lives and teachings of these saints, including Abraham, Moses, Elijah, John the Baptist, Peter, and Paul. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a particular saint, and includes a brief introduction to their lives, their achievements, and their impact on the world. The author also includes relevant Bible verses and passages to support his descriptions and interpretations of the saints' lives. This book aims to inspire readers to emulate the virtues of these great saints and to deepen their understanding of the Bible. Overall, ""The Great Saints of the Bible"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the lives of the saints and the teachings of the Bible.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.

Autor

Louis Albert Banks was an American author and pastor, born on November 12, 1855, in Corvallis, Oregon. He became a well-known figure for his social activism, especially in relation to the plight of the working poor. Banks was deeply committed to social justice, advocating for the dignity of laborers, particularly those exploited in the industrial workforce. He gained significant attention for his work as a writer and public speaker, often addressing the injustices faced by marginalized groups. Banks was the Progressive nominee for Governor of Massachusetts in 1893, reflecting his desire to bring about change within the political system. His efforts were deeply influenced by his Christian values and his role as a city pastor in Boston, where he witnessed the harsh conditions of sweatshop workers firsthand. Through his writings, including "White Slaves" and other works, he campaigned for labor reform and worked to raise awareness of the systemic issues that oppressed the poor. Banks also contributed to literature focused on human rights and revivalist Christianity, such as his work on Lucy Stone, an advocate for women's rights. He passed away in 1933, leaving a lasting legacy as a champion for social justice and human rights.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 356
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. August 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 516g
• ISBN-13: 9781104913960
• ISBN-10: 1104913968
• Artikelnr.: 27038193