The Life and Labors of Elias Hicks

"The Life and Labors of Elias Hicks" by Henry Watson Wilbur is a detailed story about the life of Elias Hicks, an important Quaker, and talks about his beliefs and how he lived. The book starts by looking at Hicks's early days growing up in a Quaker family on Long Island, and how his family and surroundings helped shape him into the person he became, showing his path to dedicating his lifework to ministry. As you read on, you learn about Hicks's strong spiritual thoughts, his loyalty to Quaker values, and the difficulties he encountered when his personal understanding of faith didn't match what his community expected. The opening chapters lay the groundwork for a meaningful look at Hicks as someone with strong beliefs and a significant person in the history of the Quaker movement..