A Plain Statement
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Author rebuts Dr. Charles Hodge's attacks in the Biblical Repertory, defends his role in drafting the Act and Testimony, and recounts meetings, objections, and perceived injustices.
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The Confessional Presbyterian Archive is a curated digital library dedicated to preserving and promoting the writings of 17th–20th century Presbyterian pastors, teachers, and leaders. Featuring thousands of searchable texts, biographies, and historical resources, the archive provides direct access to the primary-source materials of American Presbyterianism.
A Plain Statement
Secreta Monita Societatis Jesu: The Secret Counsels of the Society of Jesus, in Latin and English
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Editor defends the authenticity of the Secreta Monita (Secret Counsels of the Jesuits), surveying editions, provenance, and rebutting claims it is a forgery or expelled-Jesuit fabrication.
The World to Be Reclaimed by the Gospel
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Archibald Alexander urges the church to pursue global conversion through preaching, missions, prayer, and ministerial training. He affirms the prophetic certainty of the world’s conversion.
Brown’s Theory of Cause and Effect
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Review of Dr. Brown’s theory that ‘power’ is merely invariable antecedent-consequence; the author defends common-sense causation and the reality of divine agency in nature.
Suggestions in Vindication of Sunday-Schools
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Argues Sunday-schools are vital, nonsectarian means to spread Bible knowledge, moral reform, and to train teachers and missionaries. Calls for improving methods and instructional materials.
Wilson’s Evidences
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Reviews of works on the Second Advent and Daniel Wilson’s Evidences, addressing prophecy, miracles, New Testament authenticity, and the inspiration of Scripture.
Works of Rev. Andrew Fuller
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Review of Rev. Andrew Fuller’s works—his theological writings defending evangelical Calvinism, promotion of foreign missions (notably India), biographies, and expository sermons.
Review of E.B. Elliott, Horae Apocalypticae
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Review of E.B. Elliott’s Horae Apocalypticae, comparing four interpretations of Revelation — Praeterist, Futurist, Church-scheme, and Elliott’s historicist (Roman-empire) reading.
Chalmers’ Mental and Moral Philosophy
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Reviews Bingham’s 21‑year account of the Sandwich (Hawaiian) Islands, urging continued missionary support. Discusses Chalmers’ Mental and Moral Philosophy on volition, emotion, and moral blame.
The Calcutta Review
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Annual missions report and a detailed account of the Khonds in Orissa, documenting human sacrifice and female infanticide and British/missionary efforts to suppress these practices.
Excellence and Importance of the Office of the Gospel Ministry
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Argues for parental religious instruction and the high excellence of the gospel ministry. Ministers are stewards and ambassadors called to teach, reconcile, and save souls.
History of a Licensure and Ordination Sixty Years Ago — Archibald Alexander Licensed and Ordained
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Essay on the mutual influence of evangelical denominations, followed by presbytery minutes detailing Archibald Alexander’s 1791–1794 licensure, examinations, and ordination.
Advice to a Young Minister (1838)
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Stresses Christian education as a parental duty: acknowledge children’s sinfulness, train them in the faith, and avoid neglect. Advises young ministers to study Scripture, preach, write, and maintain piety.
A Sketch of Allahabad, and the Mission at That City
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Advocates systematic church benevolence and synod plans; reports Presbyterian mission activity in China and India, with a detailed sketch of Allahabad and mela evangelism.
Outlines of Theology (1861)
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A systematic theology outline by A.A. Hodge covering God’s being, attributes, Scripture, Trinity, decrees, salvation, and sacraments. A concise manual for students and ministers.
The Pittsburg Circular (1868)
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Account of the 1868–69 Presbyterian reunion efforts, urging adoption of the Westminster Confession and Catechisms as the common doctrinal basis to secure union.
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