""History of the American Lutheran Church: From Its Commencement in the Year of Our Lord 1685, to the Year 1842"" by Ernest Lewis Hazelius is a comprehensive account of the growth and development of the Lutheran Church in America. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first Lutheran settlers in the New World to the mid-19th century, when the church had become firmly established in many parts of the country. The author begins by tracing the origins of the Lutheran Church in Europe and its spread to America. He then goes on to describe the challenges and obstacles faced by the early Lutheran settlers, including language barriers, cultural differences, and competition from other religious groups. Despite these difficulties, the Lutheran Church was able to grow and thrive, establishing congregations, schools, and other institutions throughout the country.Throughout the book, Hazelius provides detailed accounts of key events and figures in the history of the American Lutheran Church, including the formation of the first synod, the rise of the pietist movement, and the development of theological seminaries. He also explores the role of the Lutheran Church in the broader context of American history, including its involvement in the Revolutionary War and the Civil War.Overall, ""History of the American Lutheran Church"" is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of religion in America. It provides a detailed and authoritative account of the growth and development of one of the country's most important religious traditions, and sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of the early Lutheran settlers who helped shape the nation's religious landscape.To Which Several Appendices Are Added.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.