Comprehension
Webster's Dictionary [1]
(1): (n.) The complement of attributes which make up the notion signified by a general term.
(2): (n.) A figure by which the name of a whole is put for a part, or that of a part for a whole, or a definite number for an indefinite.
(3): (n.) That which is comprehended or inclosed within narrow limits; a summary; an epitome.
(4): (n.) The capacity of the mind to perceive and understand; the power, act, or process of grasping with the intellect; perception; understanding; as, a comprehension of abstract principles.
(5): (n.) The act of comprehending, containing, or comprising; inclusion.
Charles Buck Theological Dictionary [2]
In English church history, denotes a scheme proposed by Sir Orlando Bridgman, in 1667-8, for relaxing the terms of conformity on behalf of the Protestant Dissenters, and admitting them into the communion of the church. A bill for this purpose was drawn up by Judge Hale, but disallowed. The attempt was renewed by Tillotson and Stillingfleet, in 1674, and the terms were settled, to the satisfaction of the non-conformists; but the bishops refused their assent. The scheme was likewise revived again immediately after the revolution. The king and queen expressed their desire of an union: however, the design failed, after two attempts, and the act of toleration was obtained.
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature [3]
in English history, "the scheme first proposed by Sir Orlando Bridgman in 1688 for relaxing the terms of conformity to the Established Church of England, and admitting Protestant dissenters into its communion. In 1674, Tillotson and Stillingfleet renewed the attempt, and the terms were settled to the satisfaction of the nonconformists; but, the bishops unanimously refusing their consent, the project fell to the ground. Immediately after the Revolution, the scheme was renewed at the instance of William III, but after two attempts the design of union was abandoned, and the Act of Toleration passed in its stead." See Macaulay, History of England, iii, 63,' 380; art. England, Church Of; Eden, Churchman's Dictionary, s.v.
