The Church of England and the law of divorce since 1857: marriage discipline, ecclesiastical law and the establishment

The law of marriage has occupied a special place in the relationship between the Church of England and the state. The changes made to the law since 1857 have affected this relationship and the status of canon law regarding divorce.

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Published in:The Journal of ecclesiastical history 1994-10, Vol.45 (4), p.625-641
Main Author: BENNETT, B. S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
19th-20th century
Anglican churches
Christianity
Divorce
History
History and sciences of religions
Law
Marriage
Modern period
Post-Reformation churches
Religious mentalities
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Summary:The law of marriage has occupied a special place in the relationship between the Church of England and the state. The changes made to the law since 1857 have affected this relationship and the status of canon law regarding divorce.
ISSN:0022-0469
1469-7637
DOI:10.1017/S0022046900010794