William Wake

William Wake
William Wake was an English writer and clergyman who lived from 1657 to 1737. He became the Archbishop of Canterbury in 1716, holding that position until his death. Wake was known for his scholarly works, particularly in ecclesiastical history, and he translated several early Christian texts, including "The Genuine Epistles of the Apostolical Fathers." His writings and leadership had a lasting impact on the Church of England, especially in matters of church governance and relations with the Protestant churches of Europe.

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To uphold the "right of private judgment," and our "Christian liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free;" to add fuel to the fire of investigation, and in the crucible of deep inquiry, melt from the gold of pure religion, the dross of man's invention; to appeal from the erring tribunals of a fallible Priesthood, and restore to its original state the mutilated Testament of the... more...

216 And some of them being teachers have preached and taught purely and sincerely, and have not in the least yielded to any evil, desires, but have constantly walked in righteousness and truth. 217 These therefore have their conversations among the angels. 218 Again; as for what concerns the ninth mountain which is a desert, and full of serpents; they are such as have believed, but had many stains: 219... more...