James Bannerman on ecclesiastical holy days

[Reformed Covenanter]

If we apply to the case of ecclesiastical holidays those general principles, which more than once we have already seen so distinctly to set limits to the exercise of Church power in other matters, we shall find that such holidays have no Scriptural warrant, and that the assumption of power on the part of the Church in their appointment is unlawful. …

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[jwithnell]

This is the same gentleman that wrote a masterful work on Ecclesiology?

 

[Reformed Covenanter]

This is the same gentleman that wrote a masterful work on Ecclesiology?

Yes, the quotation is from that book.

 

[jwithnell]

Yes, the quotation is from that book.

I need to pick that book up again after being interrupted -- the professor offers a brilliant reflection upon God's provision through the church. Thanks for the reminder.