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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.

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The Curse of Meroz: Or, The Curse of the Neutral or Hostile Toward the Complete Extirpation of the Great American Rebellion, Together with Slavery, …

1861 sermon condemning neutrality toward the Confederacy and slavery. Using Deborah's curse on Meroz, it urges Christians and the nation to oppose rebellion.

William Wilson ⬩ 1862

The Day of Small Things, the Precursor and the Cause of the Day of Great Things, and Never Despised by the Wise and the Good: A Sermon

Sermon urging believers not to despise small beginnings (Zechariah 4:10). Shows how small acts in nature, church, and soul-growth precede God's great outcomes.

William Wilson ⬩ 1862

The Cause of the United States Against the Rebel Conspiracy, and the Cause of Jehovah, Identical

1861 sermon urging “Arise, God, plead thine own cause” — an appeal to divine justice amid U.S. rebellion, calling Christians to trust God, do their duty, and resist treason.

William Wilson ⬩ 1861

The Great American Question, Democracy vs. Doulocracy: Or, Free Soil, Free Labor, Free Men & Free Speech, Against the … Slaveholding Interest

1848 pamphlet urging American voters to oppose the extension of slavery (the 'doulocracy'), appealing to Christian duty, natural rights, and the Constitution.

William Wilson ⬩ 1848

Princeton in the Nation’s Service

Account of Princeton's sesquicentennial recounting the College of New Jersey's founding, key leaders (Witherspoon, Dickinson, Burr), and its Revolutionary-era role in civic and religious education.

Thomas Woodrow Wilson ⬩ 1898

George Washington

Late-19th-century biography excerpt 'Washington's Day' on George Washington's Virginia upbringing, plantation society, slavery, and his rise to military and political leadership.

Thomas Woodrow Wilson ⬩ 1897

An Old Master and Other Political Essays

Thomas Woodrow Wilson ⬩ 1893

Congressional Government: A Study in American Politics

Woodrow Wilson's Congressional Government analyzes the US federal system, contrasting committee-based Congressional government with parliamentary systems and noting rising executive and Speaker power.

Thomas Woodrow Wilson ⬩ 1885

Cabinet Government in the United States

Survey of France's post-crisis politics and a critique of U.S. 'cabinet government.' Argues Congressional committees and the Speaker concentrate power, weakening public deliberation and republican checks.

Thomas Woodrow Wilson ⬩ 1879

William Earl Chatham

Essayistic biography of William Pitt praises his passionate, visionary statesmanship and oratory while noting his ambition, inconsistencies, and costly errors. It assesses his patriotism and lasting influence.

Thomas Woodrow Wilson ⬩ 1878

Hymns of the Church, Ancient and Modern: For the Use of All Who Love to Sing the Praises of God in Christ, in the Family, the School, or the Church; …

Preface and discourse arguing that music is a divine ordinance of worship. Traces the origin, obligation, and effects of sacred harmony and promotes hymns/tunes for family, school, and church.

Samuel Ramsey Wilson ⬩ 1872

Reply to the Attack of Rev. R.J. Breckinridge upon the Louisville Presbytery: And Defence of the “Declaration and Testimony,” …, October 16, A.D., 1865

1865 pamphlet by Samuel R. Wilson defending the Louisville Presbytery against charges of rebellion and schism; protests the Synod's summary procedure and defends proper Presbyterian discipline.

Samuel Ramsey Wilson ⬩ 1865

Declaration and Testimony of Ministers and Ruling Elders in the Presbyterian Church of the United States, Against the Erroneous and Heretical Acts …

Samuel Ramsey Wilson ⬩ 1865

The Causes and Remedies of Impending National Calamities: An Address

1860 sermon warning of impending civil war; diagnoses national sins—pride, slavery, political strife—and urges ministers and citizens to repent, pray, and pursue moral remedies.

Samuel Ramsey Wilson ⬩ 1860

Dancing: A Discourse on the Fashionable Amusement of Dancing Delivered in the First Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati on Sabbath Evening Nov. 26, 1854

1854 sermon by Samuel R. Wilson analyzing biblical passages about dancing. Differentiates lawful, religious or celebratory dance in Scripture from modern fashionable or promiscuous dancing.

Samuel Ramsey Wilson ⬩ 1854

Discourse Delivered at the Dedication of the First Presbyterian Church in the City of Cincinnati, September 21st, A.D. 1851

1851 dedication sermon for First Presbyterian Church (Cincinnati): celebrates the sanctuary and love of public worship as proof of piety, yet affirms God is not confined to places.

Samuel Ramsey Wilson ⬩ 1851

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The Curse of Meroz: Or, The Curse of the Neutral or Hostile Toward the Complete Extirpation of the Great American Rebellion, Together with Slavery, …

The Day of Small Things, the Precursor and the Cause of the Day of Great Things, and Never Despised by the Wise and the Good: A Sermon

The Cause of the United States Against the Rebel Conspiracy, and the Cause of Jehovah, Identical

The Great American Question, Democracy vs. Doulocracy: Or, Free Soil, Free Labor, Free Men & Free Speech, Against the … Slaveholding Interest

Princeton in the Nation’s Service

George Washington

An Old Master and Other Political Essays

Congressional Government: A Study in American Politics

Cabinet Government in the United States

William Earl Chatham

Hymns of the Church, Ancient and Modern: For the Use of All Who Love to Sing the Praises of God in Christ, in the Family, the School, or the Church; …

Reply to the Attack of Rev. R.J. Breckinridge upon the Louisville Presbytery: And Defence of the “Declaration and Testimony,” …, October 16, A.D., 1865

Declaration and Testimony of Ministers and Ruling Elders in the Presbyterian Church of the United States, Against the Erroneous and Heretical Acts …

The Causes and Remedies of Impending National Calamities: An Address

Dancing: A Discourse on the Fashionable Amusement of Dancing Delivered in the First Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati on Sabbath Evening Nov. 26, 1854

Discourse Delivered at the Dedication of the First Presbyterian Church in the City of Cincinnati, September 21st, A.D. 1851

An Address Delivered Before the Society of Alumni of Hanover College, July 25, 1843

Occasional Addresses and Sermons

Sermon in Memoriam of Rev. Charles Clinton Beatty, D.D.,LL.D.

The Distinctive Principles of Presbyterianism

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