Religious equality and political privilege in liberal debate
The author argues political equality is illusory and dangerous to pursue while defending equal sacred rights before the law. They critique state endorsement of religious views, warn against Establishment, and urge freedom of conscience without state coercion, noting future debates in elections and the danger of mixing privilege with liberty.
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House of Commons
Disestablishment Debate Shapes Scottish Church Rift
The Free Church moves toward disestablishment amid Tory and Establishment pressure. Lord Beaconsfield’s allies are viewed as seeking added Scottish votes, while church leaders like Sir Henry Moncrieff push for reform. Counter motions by Mr. Balfour and Mr. Thorburn shape looming parliamentary action and debates in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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Free Church
Lord Advocate
Edinburgh
Robert Peel
Sir Robert
Lord Beaconsfield
Scotland
United Presbyterians
Gault
Glasgow
Henry Moncrieff
Henry
Balfour
Holyrood
Thorburn
Leith
Mr. Cowen
The Hatcham Case Controversy Over Church Attendance
The Rev. Arthur Tooth travels to Italy for health while church wardens and Tooth exchange letters. Tooth urges Hatcham parishioners to avoid attending services to prevent riot and protest. A split in the congregation follows with ritualist adherents staying away, signaling ongoing tensions within the parish.
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Arthur Tooth
Italy
St. James's
Hatcham
Messrs. Croom
Plimpton
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