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The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 2

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1829

Introduction defending a religious periodical's purpose and its engagement in theological controversy. Clarifies doctrinal stances (Trinity, atonement, election, original sin) and rebuts Unitarian misrepresentation.

The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 3

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1830

Discusses what constitutes infidelity, arguing one can be an 'infidel' while admiring Christ, accepting parts of Scripture, or observing Christian rites; surveys English Deists.

The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 4

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1831

Introduction urging defense of New England evangelical orthodoxy, unity and zeal amid political upheavals. Calls ministers to sobriety and Christians to faithfulness.

The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 5

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1832

Summarizes Protestant Orthodoxy—Trinity, depravity, atonement, justification, regeneration, and final judgment—and affirms permissible diversity while warning against heresy.

The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 6

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1833

Taylor argues 'sinners by nature' means human nature plus common circumstances—difference in degree, not kind, from Adam. He defends this usage and appeals to Scripture.

The Gospel According to Paul: A Sermon Delivered Sept. 17, 1828, at the Installation of the Rev. Bennet Tyler, D.D.

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1829

The Gospel the Only Security for Eminent and Abiding National Prosperity

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1829

Beecher argues national prosperity rests on the Gospel and God's moral government, not on human wisdom, wealth, military might, or political skill.

Propriety and Importance of Efforts to Evanglize the Nation

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1829

Lyman Beecher argues that the Gospel alone secures enduring national prosperity. Evangelizing the nation preserves liberty, resists popery, and warrants robust missionary effort.

Pre-Eminent Importance of the Christian Sabbath

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1829

Beecher argues the Gospel and strict observance of the Christian Sabbath secure national prosperity, warning against government-sanctioned Sabbath violations like Sunday mail.

A Sermon, Against the Doctrine of Universalism, Delivered in the New Calvinistic Meeting-House in Dorchester, Mass., Wednesday Evening, March 7, 1830

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1830

Lyman Beecher's 1830 sermon condemns Universalism, defending eternal punishment, human free agency, and biblical warnings of hell. He refutes Universalist arguments and urges repentance.

A Comparison of the Apostolic Age With the Present, in Respect to Facilities for Conducting Missionary Operations

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1834

Beecher argues the modern age has far greater facilities—navigation, press, education, and liberty—for global missions than the apostolic era. He urges faith and vigorous evangelism.

Statement of the Faculty Concerning the Late Difficulties in the Lane Seminary

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1834

1834 Lane Seminary report on conflicts over an abolitionist student society; trustees abolished it, prompting many students to leave. Faculty justify measures as protecting the seminary amid public backlash.

Dr. Beecher’s Address at Cincinnati Colonization Meeting

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1834

Debate over colonization vs. immediate abolition. Beecher defends the Colonization Society and urges cooperation with abolitionists to end slavery and advance Africa's civilization.

Trial and Acquittal of Lyman Beecher, D.D. Before the Presbytery of Cincinnati, on Charges Preferred by Joshua L. Wilson, D.D.

Lyman Beecher ⬩ 1835

Report (1835) of Lyman Beecher’s trial before the Presbytery of Cincinnati over original sin, total depravity, free agency and perfectionism; charges brought by J. L. Wilson.

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The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 2

The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 3

The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 4

The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 5

The Spirit of the Pilgrims, Vol. 6

The Gospel According to Paul: A Sermon Delivered Sept. 17, 1828, at the Installation of the Rev. Bennet Tyler, D.D.

The Gospel the Only Security for Eminent and Abiding National Prosperity

Propriety and Importance of Efforts to Evanglize the Nation

Pre-Eminent Importance of the Christian Sabbath

A Sermon, Against the Doctrine of Universalism, Delivered in the New Calvinistic Meeting-House in Dorchester, Mass., Wednesday Evening, March 7, 1830

A Comparison of the Apostolic Age With the Present, in Respect to Facilities for Conducting Missionary Operations

Statement of the Faculty Concerning the Late Difficulties in the Lane Seminary

Dr. Beecher’s Address at Cincinnati Colonization Meeting

Trial and Acquittal of Lyman Beecher, D.D. Before the Presbytery of Cincinnati, on Charges Preferred by Joshua L. Wilson, D.D.

Lectures on Scepticism

A Plea for the West

A Plea for Colleges

Views in Theology

God in the Storm: Dr. Beecher’s Address to the Meeting Convened on Board the Great Western, September 22, 1846

Lectures on Political Atheism and Kindred Subjects

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