Bible's role in schools and moral law is debated in faith context
The passage argues against excluding the Bible from education while warning that using it to justify sectarianism or state meddling risks corrupting its influence. It emphasizes Bible love rooted in family religion and voluntary devotion, preserving literature’s nobility.
Oxford Clerics Tackle Oxford Law to Enforce Conformity
A March through legal precedent and university statutes shows Oxford clerics pressing for a declaration of religious belief to obtain degrees. Reformers argue the 1871 Act bans such tests, while the clerical majority pushes for substitute exams or statements to seal conformity.
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University of Oxford
Cambridge
Oxford
Convocation
Council of
Church of England
Pusey
Roundell Palmer
Religious liberty in universities and the response to attempted restrictions
The text argues that exposing attempts to defeat religious liberty in universities will lead to stronger legal safeguards and growing contempt for those who seek unfair advantage. It cautions against tricks used to regain control after being deprived.
Uniformity Amendment Bill to redefine Church services debated
Parliament must reassemble after Whitsun to consider the Act of Uniformity Amendment Bill. The preamble asserts Convocation authority, a claim disputed as unnecessary, since royal support drives the changes. The Burials Bill prompts discussion on allowing Nonconformists' religious services in parish churchyards with defined safeguards.
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Canterbury
York
Convocation
Royal Commission
Commons
Archdeacon Denison
Church Association
Church of England
Osborne Morgan
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Oxford University
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