In this Book
- Issachar Bates: A Shaker’s Journey
- Book
- 2013
- Published by: University Press of New England
summary
Issachar Bates (1758-1837) was a Revolutionary War veteran in rural upstate New York who, at the age of forty-three, abruptly turned from his family life to become a celibate Shaker. He immediately became instrumental in Shakerism's westward expansion, and his personal charisma, persuasive preaching, and musical talent helped stimulate the movement's growth. Bates drew "western" converts in abundance, profoundly changing the character of Shakerism by increasing its geographic reach. He also helped shape the Shakers' unique theology and hymnody through his many influential texts and songs.
Table of Contents
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- Title Page, Copyright
- pp. 2-5
- Acknowledgments
- pp. xi-13
- Appendixes
- pp. 307-347
- Note on Sources
- pp. 349-351
- Bibliography
- pp. 405-413
Additional Information
ISBN
9781611684087
Related ISBN(s)
9781611684193
MARC Record
OCLC
849935772
Pages
424
Launched on MUSE
2013-08-13
Language
English
Open Access
No