Reproduction of the original: A Hind Let Loose Or, An Historical Representation of the Testimonies by Alexander Shields

Why did the young Protestant monarch William of Orange fail to make his mark on Scotland? How did a particularly hard-line 'Protester' branch of Presbyterianism (the last off-shoot of the Convenanting movement) become the established Church in Scotland? And how did it come about that Scotland suffered a kind of 'cultural revolution' after the Williamite revolution, nipping in the bud the proto-Enlightenment? This book reviews the political events that led to the abolition of episcopacy in 1689 and with it the concerted attack on the parish clergy. It explores for the first time the background and influences that led to the brutal 'rabbling of the curates' in south-west Scotland. It explores the mind-set of the notorious Covenanting tract Naphtali (1667), and of its author Sir James Stewart of Goodtrees, who was the author of the Act establishing hard-line Presbyterianism in 1690, and became Lord Advocate of Scotland in 1692. The purges of the universities after the 1690 Act led to a hardening of attitudes, and the on-going purging of the parishes led ultimately to the emptying of two-thirds of all the parishes of Scotland. The book suggests how these events contributed to the notion of 'King William's ill years'.

Volume 41A of Research in the History of Economic Thought and Methodology features a symposium on “Religion, the Scottish Enlightenment, and the Rise of Liberalism,” a new research essay by Syed Mohib Ali, and a roundtable on the institutionalist economics of Geoffrey Hodgson.

The 'Act, Declaration, & Testimony for the Whole of our Covenanted Reformation' by the Reformed Presbytery of North America is a comprehensive and meticulously written text that delves into the principles and practices of the Covenanted Reformation. This book not only serves as a historical account but also as a call to action for adherents to uphold these principles in a modern context. The literary style is characterized by its authoritative tone and thorough examination of doctrines, making it a crucial resource for those interested in Reformed theology and Presbyterian history. The book is situated within the context of the Presbyterian tradition and highlights the importance of maintaining the integrity of faith and practice. It serves as a guide for readers seeking to understand the roots of Presbyterianism and the significance of covenantal relationships within the Church. The Reformed Presbytery of North America, with its deep knowledge and commitment to the Reformed tradition, presents a compelling argument for the relevance of these principles in contemporary society. Readers, especially those interested in Presbyterian history and theology, will benefit greatly from studying this enlightening and thought-provoking text.