Murray's Official Handbook Of Church And State (1852)

by Samuel Redgrave and John Murray

Book Overview

Murray's Official Handbook of Church and State, written by John Murray and first published in 1852, is a comprehensive guide to the relationship between religion and government in the United States. The book explores the history of church-state relations from colonial times to the mid-19th century, and provides a detailed analysis of the legal framework governing the relationship between these two institutions. Murray's Handbook covers a wide range of topics, including the role of religion in public life, the establishment clause of the First Amendment, the history of religious persecution in America, and the relationship between religious institutions and the state. The book also provides a detailed overview of the legal cases that have shaped the interpretation of the First Amendment, and includes a discussion of the various arguments for and against the separation of church and state. Overall, Murray's Official Handbook of Church and State is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and legal framework of church-state relations in the United States. It provides a detailed and nuanced analysis of this complex topic, and offers insights into the ongoing debate over the proper relationship between religion and government in American society.Containing The Names, Duties, And Powers Of The Principal Civil, Military, Judicial, And Ecclesiastical Authorities Of The United Kingdom And Colonies; With Lists Of The Members Of The Legislature, Peers, Baronets, Etc.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437147682
• ISBN13: 9781437147681
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"