SALVATION ARMY

SALVATION ARMY
   an EVANGELICAL CHRISTIAN movement founded in nineteenth century Britain by William "General" BOOTH to work among the poor and oppressed. From the beginning, the evangelistic efforts of the Army concentrated on practical steps to improve the lot of the poor as well as proclaiming the Gospel to them. A strong but non-moralistic stance was taken against alcohol and other forms of drug abuse as well as providing homes for the homeless and meeting other chronic SOCIAL needs. Although a numerically small group, the Army has gained great respect throughout the world.

Concise dictionary of Religion. 2012.

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