Crimes of Preachers in the United States and Canada by M. E. Billings
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Billings, M. E.
English
"Crimes of Preachers in the United States and Canada" by M. E. Billings is a critical examination of clerical misconduct written in the early 20th century. This work meticulously compiles instances of moral failings among clergymen, challenging the prevailing narrative that equates religious belief with moral integrity. The text addresses the discr...
opening of the book introduces the context through a notable challenge made by actor Henry E. Dixey, who questioned the moral standards of ministers in comparison to those in the theatrical profession. It lays the groundwork for a systematic inquiry into clerical transgressions, citing numerous cases of preachers accused of various crimes, particularly those related to sexual misconduct. Billings argues that the high expectations placed upon clergymen should warrant closer scrutiny of their moral behavior, which is frequently shielded from public accountability by societal reverence for their positions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Margaret Anderson
5 months agoFrom the very first page, the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. A true masterpiece of its kind.
Nancy Allen
1 month agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. A solid resource I will return to often.
Carol Rodriguez
1 month agoA fantastic discovery, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. Thanks for making this available.
Lucas Young
1 month agoTo be perfectly clear, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. Absolutely essential reading.
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Daniel Nelson
2 months agoMy professor recommended this and the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. I will be reading more from this author.