First published in 1755, this work is a comprehensive introduction to the religious beliefs and practices of the Society of Friends, commonly known as Quakers. Tuke provides insight into the basic tenets of the faith, including worship, sacraments, and moral conduct. This edition also includes a brief history of Quakerism and an explanation of its distinctive dress and speech. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.