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The New York Pulpit in the Revival of 1858

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Preface and sermons from The New York Pulpit (1858) on the great NYC revival: advocates fervent prayer, surveys historic awakenings, and urges mass conversion to glorify God.
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James Waddel Alexander (July 13, 1804 – July 31, 1859) was a prominent American Presbyterian minister, theologian, and author, born in Louisa County, Virginia, the eldest son of noted clergyman Archibald Alexander and grandson of the famed “Blind Preacher” James Waddel. Educated at the College of New Jersey (Princeton) and its Theological Seminary, he served pastorates in Virginia, New Jersey, and, most notably, in New York City at Duane Street and Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Churches, and also held professorships in rhetoric and ecclesiastical history. Celebrated for his biblical preaching, prolific writings—including practical religious works and hymn translations such as “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded”—and deep piety, Alexander remained influential in church life until his death at Red Sweet Springs, Virginia.

William Adams (January 25, 1807 – August 31, 1880), son of John Watson Adams, was an influential American Presbyterian minister born in Colchester, Connecticut. Educated at Yale College and Andover Theological Seminary, he served effectual pastorates in Brighton and New York City—most notably at Madison Square Presbyterian Church—and later became President of Union Theological Seminary. Adams also served as Moderator of the General Assembly in 1852. Adams was beloved as a pastor and known for his skilled, powerful preaching, extensive writings, and leadership in the church. The University of the city of New York gave him the degree of D.D. in 1842, and Princeton College that of LL.D. in 1869.

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