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The [[Text:Articles of War|Articles of War]] were introduced in early 1882, by [[William Booth]] for new recruits to sign before enrolling as a [[Soldier of The Salvation Army|soldier]]. Some recruits did not fully share the spirit of the Army and were reluctant to commit themselves. Eventually however, the signing of the articles was generally accepted as a reasonable and helpful provision and in 1890 it was stated as a regulation that 'every salvation soldier must consider, accept and then sign this document'. This requirement is still in force today, as are its reasons, which are reproduced here: | The [[Text:Articles of War|Articles of War]] were introduced in early 1882, by [[William Booth]] for new recruits to sign before enrolling as a [[Soldier of The Salvation Army|soldier]]. Some recruits did not fully share the spirit of the Army and were reluctant to commit themselves. Eventually however, the signing of the articles was generally accepted as a reasonable and helpful provision and in 1890 it was stated as a regulation that 'every salvation soldier must consider, accept and then sign this document'. This requirement is still in force today, as are its reasons, which are reproduced here: | ||
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The Articles of War were introduced in early 1882, by William Booth for new recruits to sign before enrolling as a soldier. Some recruits did not fully share the spirit of the Army and were reluctant to commit themselves. Eventually however, the signing of the articles was generally accepted as a reasonable and helpful provision and in 1890 it was stated as a regulation that 'every salvation soldier must consider, accept and then sign this document'. This requirement is still in force today, as are its reasons, which are reproduced here:
That he may understand beforehand the doctrines, principles and practices to which he will have to conform. Thinking and praying over these Articles will help him to find out whether he really has the faith and spirit of a salvation soldier or not.
The pledge involved in signing these articles will help him to be faithful to the Army in the future. They prevent many joining who are not in heart and head with us, and who consequently would be likely afterwards to create dissatisfaction and division.
The Articles of War were revised in 1989, and were renamed the Soldier's Covenant. Although some changes were made to the language and content, the spirit and primary aims of the original articles have been retained.
