Apologia

The "Apologia" is a collection of four letters written by John Newton, a minister of the Church of England, to a minister of an Independent Church. The letters were first printed in 1764. The title of the work is a Latin phrase meaning "a defense" or "an explanation." In the letters, Newton discusses the importance of peace and edification in the Christian faith, emphasizing the role of faith and love rather than external practices like circumcision. The work is considered a significant piece of religious literature and offers insight into the theological debates of the time.