Anthony Manousos
-
“An Excerpt from Howard and Anna Brinton: Re-inventors of Quakerism In the Twentieth Century, An Interpretive Biography”*
This excerpt from Anthony Manousos’s interpretive biography traces the family histories and formative years of Howard and Anna Brinton, showing how their contrasting Quaker backgrounds prepared them to become influential interpreters and “reinventors” of twentieth-century Quakerism. Howard grew up amid the Orthodox–Hicksite divisions of southeastern Pennsylvania, while Anna was shaped by the independent Western Quaker…
-
A Quaker Perspective on the Qur’an and the Bible
This article explores Quaker perspectives on the Bible and the Qur’an, highlighting their shared Abrahamic heritage and the importance of scriptural literacy for fostering interfaith dialogue and peace. It examines differing Quaker views on scripture and other religions, controversies about the composition and canonization of these texts, and the complex role of scripture in justifying…
-
Herrymon Maurer and the Tao of Quakerism
The article explores Herrymon Maurer’s unique contribution to Quaker thought through his translation and commentary on the Tao Te Ching, connecting Taoism with Quaker prophetic traditions. It details his life, struggles with alcoholism, and the spiritual insights that emphasized universal truth, non-violence, and liberation from ego. Herrymon’s work offers a profound synthesis of Eastern and…
-
Howard Brinton and the World Council of Churches: The Theological Impact of Ecumenism on Friends
This article explores Howard Brinton’s involvement in the ecumenical movement and the World Council of Churches, emphasizing its theological impact on Friends. It highlights Brinton’s challenges in engaging with broader Christian theological trends, his efforts to advocate Quaker perspectives on pacifism and sacraments, and the ongoing relevance of theological dialogue for Quakers.