In the mid-1600s, an unusual man named George Fox rejected the religious norms of his day and founded a radically different faith that came to be known as Quakerism. On this episode, we invite you to join us as we explore the life of George Fox and how his spiritual restlessness led him on a tireless pursuit of God and truth… and whether his story is relevant to Friends today.
Transcript
In the mid-1600s, an unusual guy named George Fox became disillusioned with the Church of England, and he set out on a journey to uncover spiritual truths for himself. Known for wearing leather breeches and sporting a shaggy hairdo, his unusual methods led to the birth of Quakerism — a faith without hierarchy, creed, or ritual.
On this episode, we explore who George Fox really was and ask, and what modern Friends make of Fox’s story.