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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 Character of the Genuine Theologian

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1832

Witsius defines the genuine theologian: learned in nature and arts but above all rooted in Scripture and taught by the Holy Spirit, whose teaching and life exhibit true piety.

The Evidences of the Christian Religion

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1832

Archibald Alexander’s The Evidences of the Christian Religion defends the right use of reason in religion and argues that revelation and miracles provide credible evidence for Christianity.

The Formation of Opinions, and Pursuit of Truth

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1832

Argues individuals bear moral responsibility to seek truth; culpable beliefs arise from unfair or negligent inquiry. Treats the Christian obligation to promote the conversion of the world.

The Present Condition and Prospects of the Presbyterian Church

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1832

Neander translation on early Christian rites and worship; plus an essay defending Presbyterian presbytery, ministerial parity, and church unity.

Bishop M’Ilvaine’s Lectures

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Calls American students to engage German biblical scholarship and defend Scripture. Praises Bishop M’Ilvaine’s lectures as a clear, popular defense of Christianity.

History of the Patriarchs

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Introductory Discourse to A Memoir of the Rev. Joseph W. Barr

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Memoir of Rev. Joseph W. Barr, who died on the eve of departing for Western Africa (1832). Includes Archibald Alexander’s discourse urging missions, selected letters, and a funeral sermon.

Introductory Remarks to Monod’s Memoir of Julius Charles Rieu

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Memoir of Julius Charles Rieu, a devout Reformed pastor whose brief, zealous ministry transformed his flock. Records his sermons, pastoral labors, holy example, and peaceful death.

Philip Melanchthon’s Opinions Respecting Sin — Translated from His Common Places

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Review and translation of Melanchthon on sin: argues God is not the author of sin, that sin is a privation/defect rooted in human free will, and affirms divine displeasure and contingency.

Preface to Matthew Henry’s Commentary (1828)

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Preface lauding Henry’s Exposition as a clear, concise, practical Bible commentary—vivacious, rich in aphorisms, grounded in sound scholarship, and helpful through parallel-text references.

Preface to Memoirs of the Rev. Thomas Halyburton

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Recommendation of Rev. Thomas Halyburton’s Memoirs, praising its faithful account of conversion and Christian experience, and its usefulness for ministers and ministry candidates.

Review of Memoir of the Rev. George Burder

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Reviews Cox’s critique of Quakerism and a memoir of Rev. George Burder, summarizing his conversion, Methodist-influenced ministry, itinerant preaching, and missionary service.

Review of Standard Works of the Rev. William Jay

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Contains an essay on colonization and the origins of the black race (citing Genesis 9) and a lengthy review/biography of Rev. William Jay and his published sermons and devotional works.

Survey of Modern German Works on Interpretation

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

1833 survey of recent German biblical scholarship covering interpretation, criticism, grammars, archaeology, and NT textual studies; reviews debates over Genesis, Isaiah, and the Greek text.

The British Reformers

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

The Life of John Knox, the Scottish Reformer

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Life of John Knox, the Scottish Reformer: his education, preaching, exile, conflicts with Mary Queen of Scots, martyrs, and pivotal role in advancing Scotland’s Reformation.

The Racovian Catechism

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1833

Contains a Reformation biography of William Farel and a critique of the Racovian Catechism, defending original sin and human depravity against Socinian/Unitarian free‑will claims.

Catechism of the Council of Trent

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1834

Examines Ignatius’ epistles and reviews the Council of Trent’s Catechism, chiefly critiquing transubstantiation in the Eucharist as contrary to Scripture and reason.

Evidences of a New Heart

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1834

Examines biblical marks of regeneration: genuine, supreme, persevering love to God evidenced by obedience, godly fear, desire for communion, and lasting holiness.

Remarks from the Rev. Dr. Alexander on the Late Rezeau Brown

Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. ⬩ 1834

Review of Guerike’s Manual of Church History and a memoir of Rezeau Brown, a promising Princeton-educated young minister: his conversion, scholarly gifts, piety, and early death.

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