Tractarian theology in verse and sermon
Resource type
Book chapter
Creator (person)
Boneham, John
Date published
2017
Abstract
This chapter explores the role of poetry and sermons in propagating Tractarian theological ideas. The use of these two distinct genres was closely connected to the principle of reserve, a theory of knowledge holding that religious truth ought to be conveyed in accordance with the recipient’s ability to receive it. While poetry allowed a more detailed theological reflection, sermons offered a better opportunity for practical teaching. The chapter examines how the Tractarians used these genres to deal with the interpretation of Scripture, the relationship between Church and state, apostolic succession and the sacraments of baptism and the eucharist.
Book title
The Oxford Handbook of the Oxford Movement
Editor
Brown, Stewart J.
Nockles, Peter B.
Pereiro, James
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Place of publication
Oxford, UK
Rights statement
In Copyright