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The Religious Society of Friends (commonly known as Quakers or Friends) was founded in England in the 17th century by people who were dissatisfied with the existing denominations and sects of Christianity. They were one of a number of nonconformist dissenting groups that emerged around this time. Traditionally George Fox has been credited as the founder or the most important early figure. The Society of Friends is counted among the historic peace churches. Since its beginnings in England, Quakerism has spread to other countries, chiefly Kenya, the United States, and Bolivia. The number of Quakers in the world is relatively small (approximately 600,000), although there are places, such as Pennsylvania, particularly Philadelphia, in which Quaker influence is concentrated.
Unlike other groups that emerged from Christianity, the Religious Society of Friends has tended not to have a hierarchical structure, a creed, or paid clergy. Therefore, there are several branches of Friends, which can be roughly divided into two main groups — the unprogrammed tradition and the programmed tradition.
The various branches have widely divergent beliefs and practices, but the central concept to many Friends, especially those from the unprogrammed tradition, may be the Inner Light or "that of God within". Some contemporary Friends speak of the Inner Light as a guiding force within each person, as part of the individual human personality, but early Friends beginning with George Fox identified the Light with Christ and emphasized that the Light comes from God and is given in order to show people how to live in harmony with God's will. See for example the opening paragraphs of Some Principles of the Elect People of God In Scorn Called Quakers by George Fox.
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This We Can Say (EasyRead Large Edition) - by Australia Yearly Meeting of The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) Inc. http://j.mp/4MhvLy
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Friendly Bible Study - Popular Bible study method originally published in pamphlet form by Quakers (members of the Religious Society of Friends) Joanne and Larry Spears.
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Largest Quaker Communities - Statistics on U.S. States with most Friends; U.S. states with highest proportion of Friends.
Meta Description: [ Adherents.com presents the Top 10 U.S. States with highest percentage of Quakers; and Top 10 States with most Quakers. ]
Nontheists.Quaker.Org - Articles related to nontheist approaches from people associated with Quakers and links to related material elsewhere.
Quaker Cafe in Ottawa - Notes on discussions over coffee of social science related subjects by people connected with the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
Quaker Electronic Archive - A searchable collection of documents (and links) related to the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers.) It also includes a chat room, on-line worship, a calendar of events, and a message board.
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information about Quakerism (documents and links) related to the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers.) It also
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Quaker Information - Articles, news and other resources related to the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
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Quaker Information Center - Information about the Religious Society of Friends: Quaker beliefs practices, history, organizations, literature, activities, and events; volunteer service opportunities; and some employment listings.
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Quaker Quest - A spiritual journey for our time - A programme of events for those interested in finding out more about quakers. Held at Friends House, Euston Road, London every Monday evening.
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Quaker Resources Online Index - Well-organized indices to online resources about Friends (Quakers) plus a listing of local meetings (congregations).
Quakerism - A topic page in the Suite101.com service. Features key links on Quakerism and monthly articles on various aspects of Quakerism. (Topic retired, but all information remains available.)
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quakers reunited - A service to help people find others who were at the same Quaker gatherings.
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Religious Society of Friends - Bills itself as the official Quaker home page. Large listing of Quaker links on the Web, plus hosting for a number of Quaker groups.
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Resources on Quaker Plain Dress - A list of resources on the Quaker testimony of plain and modest dress.
Shakers and Quakers, Differences Between - This is a simplified, one page description of the background of Shakers and Quakers, the latter being a thriving, worldwide Christian religion.
soc.religion.quaker - Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), compiled for the soc.religion.quaker news group by Marc Mengel.
West Newton Friends (Quaker) Church - Location, worship times, beliefs and other information onWest Newton Friends (Quaker) Church in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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