by John Angell James
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John Angell James' Female Piety: The Young Woman's Guide through Life to Immortality is a profound and deeply pastoral treatise on the role of women in light of Christian duty, virtue, and eternal hope. Written with the keen insight of a seasoned minister, James speaks directly to the heart of young women, urging them to cultivate a life of piety, wisdom, and godly influence in their homes, churches, and society. In a world where the value and role of women are constantly shifting, James' words provide a steady anchor, rooting female dignity not in societal trends but in the unchanging truths of Scripture. He examines the influence of Christianity on the condition of women, the high calling of womanhood in God's design, and the noble examples of biblical women like Rebekah, Martha, Mary, and the Proverbs 31 wife. With a rare blend of tenderness and exhortation, James calls women to embrace their God-given roles with zeal, grace, and devotion to Christ.
This book is not a shallow etiquette manual; it is a guide for the soul, directing young women toward eternal priorities. James does not shrink from calling out worldly distractions, vanity, and the pitfalls that can hinder a woman's spiritual growth, but he does so with the loving heart of a pastor who desires to see women flourish in faith. The book’s tone is both encouraging and convicting, urging young women to see their lives as a journey toward immortality—one that requires holiness, prayer, and a steadfast focus on Christ. His reflections on the home, early piety, Christian zeal, and the call to young mothers make this work a timeless resource for women at every stage of life. Any woman seeking biblical wisdom on her calling in this world, and any pastor or parent desiring to instruct their daughters in godliness, will find Female Piety an invaluable treasure.
About the Author:
John Angell James (1785–1859) was an influential Nonconformist preacher and writer in England, known for his practical and pastoral books on Christian living. Serving for over fifty years at Carrs Lane Congregational Church in Birmingham, James was a gifted communicator of biblical truth, particularly in the areas of family, ministry, and personal piety. His works, including The Anxious Inquirer, The Christian Father's Present to His Children, and Female Piety, reflect his deep concern for spiritual growth and godly living. His legacy endures in the lives of those who continue to be shaped by his biblical and Christ-centered exhortations.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
The Influence of Christianity on the Condition of Woman
The Conspicuous Place Which Woman Occupies in Holy Scripture
Woman's Mission
Early Piety
Christian Zeal
The Parental Home
Life Away from Home
The Character of Rebekah
The Ornaments of a Profession of Religion
The Characters of Martha and Mary of Bethany
To Young Mothers