The Desire of Reputation: An Address, Before the Phoenix and Union Societies of Hamilton College, July 28, 1841

An 1841 college address on the universal desire for reputation, its basis in human immortality, its power to spur virtue or vice, and counsel for young men pursuing honor.

Albert Barnes was an influential American Presbyterian theologian, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, and prolific Bible commentator whose works, especially his Notes on the New Testament and Notes on the Old Testament, became widely used in the 19th century. He was also active in the social issues of his day and contributed to theological education and church reform through his extensive writings and teaching.

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