The Friends movement began in England in the 1640s. It had distinctive Christian understandings that often resulted in persecution. Read here to learn more about early Friends.
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A Concise Account of The Religious Society of Friends, Commonly Called Quakers
A distinguishing trait of primitive Friends was the sense they were called by God to a life of holiness. They believed what they read in the Scriptures but also believed that their lives needed to reflect those beliefs and to produce the fruit of the Holy Spirit.
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A Key
Originally published in 1692, this tract was intended to explain Quakerism to those who did not know the truth about Friends. It is also a good introduction to new Friends and a refresher for old Friends.