The Book of Light in the Hand of Love: A plea for the British and Foreign Bible…

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By Emily Miller Posted on Mar 10, 2026
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Vaughan, C. J. (Charles John), 1816-1897 Vaughan, C. J. (Charles John), 1816-1897
English
"The Book of Light in the Hand of Love: A plea for the British and Foreign Bible Society" by C. J. Vaughan, D.D. is a sermon delivered at St. Paul’s Cathedral in the early 1870s. This religious publication emphasizes the importance of the Bible as a source of divine light and love, arguing for its dissemination among all people. Vaughan's work revo...
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is Love," presenting a vision that encourages believers to share the light of the Scriptures without reservation. In the sermon, Vaughan passionately articulates the necessity of the Bible in revealing a living God and a Divine Saviour, criticizing the barriers that institutions often place on individuals seeking enlightenment. He draws attention to the socio-religious context of his time, urging the congregation to appreciate the power of Scripture as a transformative force in the world. Throughout, Vaughan highlights the British and Foreign Bible Society's critical role in ensuring access to the Bible, advocating that spiritual illumination should precede any institutional considerations. He asserts that the individual's right to the Bible must be honored to foster true devotion and community in faith, ultimately calling for unity among Christians in their shared belief in the life-giving Word. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Mason Thompson
1 year ago

This is one of those stories where the content flows smoothly from one chapter to the next. Don't hesitate to start reading.

Linda Miller
6 months ago

Great reference material for my coursework.

Christopher Torres
9 months ago

Used this for my thesis, incredibly useful.

Logan Flores
3 months ago

Beautifully written.

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