A British delegation, which he helped to choose with Abbot, was led by George Carleton, a cousin. The Synod in 1618–9 resolved the theological issue, somewhat in arrears of political developments on the ground but providing the keystone to Maurice's control.
A British delegation, selected with Abbot’s assistance and comprising George Carleton, a cousin, was led by him. The Synod of 1618–9 addressed the theological matter, though it trailed behind the political events on the ground but formed the basis for Maurice's control.