A Study in the History of the Eucharist (1905)

""A Study In The History Of The Eucharist"" is a book written by James Thomson Shotwell and originally published in 1905. The book provides a detailed examination of the history and evolution of the Eucharist, a central sacrament in the Christian faith that commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples. Shotwell explores the origins of the Eucharist in the New Testament, as well as its development and interpretation throughout the centuries, from the early church fathers to the medieval period and beyond. The book also delves into the controversies and debates that have surrounded the Eucharist, such as the nature of the bread and wine, the role of the priest, and the relationship between the Eucharist and salvation. Overall, ""A Study In The History Of The Eucharist"" offers a comprehensive and scholarly analysis of this important aspect of Christian belief and practice.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.