LOWCHURCHMAN Meaning and
Definition
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A Lowchurchman, in religious terms, refers to an individual affiliated with a particular faction or movement within the Anglican Church that emerged during the late 17th and 18th centuries in England. Lowchurchmen were characterized by their opposition to the perceived high sacramental rituals and hierarchical structures of the High Church party within Anglicanism.
The term "Lowchurchman" derived from the geographical and social connotation that this faction tended to be more prevalent among the lower socio-economic classes and rural areas. Lowchurchmen emphasized simplicity and a puritanical approach to worship, rejecting some of the pomp and ceremony associated with the High Church. They advocated for a more personal and individualistic piety, rejecting the notion of priestly intermediation between God and the individual.
Lowchurchmen commonly held a more Calvinistic theology compared to the High Church party, with an emphasis on justification by faith alone and the authority of the Bible. They were often associated with evangelicalism and placed great emphasis on preaching the Gospel, spreading Christianity, and engaging in philanthropic work.
While the term "Lowchurchman" has historical origins within the context of the Anglican Church, it is still occasionally used in modern times to describe individuals or groups who, within various denominations, align themselves with a less formal, evangelical, or non-liturgical approach to worship and church structure.
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Etymology of LOWCHURCHMAN
The term "Lowchurchman" is derived from the combination of two words: "low" and "churchman".
The word "low" in this context does not refer to physical height or position, but rather describes a particular religious stance within the Anglican Church. It originates from the Old English word "hlāh", meaning 'downwards' or 'humble.' In the religious context, "low" implies a more modest, simple, or restrained approach to religious practices and ceremonies.
The term "churchman" refers to a man who is a member or clergyman of the Christian Church. It is derived from the Old English word "cirice", meaning 'church,' and the word "man".
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