Introduction to Christian Theology
A concise prolegomenon arguing for theology’s importance: surveys sources and methods (natural theology, apologetics, revelation) and affirms theology centered in Christ.
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Introduction to Christian Theology
Apologetics: A Course of Lectures
Smith's lectures present a systematic survey of Christian apologetics: conflicts with unbelief (supernatural vs natural, reason vs revelation), the proof of miracles, and responses including evolution.
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Recent German Works on Apologetics
Review of recent German works on Christian apologetics, surveying definitions, methods (historical, anthropological/psychological, natural theology) and key authors like Schleiermacher and Ebrard.
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Christian Apologetics
Argues that Christian apologetics must vigorously defend Christianity against modern skepticism, engaging science and reason while vindicating its supernatural, redemptive claims.
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Bishop C.J. Von Hefele on the Case of Pope Honorius
Review of Bishop von Hefele's study of Pope Honorius and the historical case against papal infallibility, tracing council condemnations and responses to the Vatican Council.
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Presbyterian Reunion
Discusses the vision theory of Christ's resurrection and presents the 1867 joint committee's proposed terms for reunion of Old and New School Presbyterians.
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Report to the Evangelical Alliance
Two pieces: a critique of the "vision theory" of Christ's resurrection, and a report to the Evangelical Alliance stressing Protestant unity, Providence, the Civil War's role in ending slavery, and national restoration.
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A Memorial of Anson G. Phelps, Jr.
Memorial biography of Anson G. Phelps Jr., recounting his Christian upbringing, conversion, family piety, philanthropy, and wise stewardship of wealth.
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An Argument for Christian Colleges: An Address Delivered in Boston, Mass. May 1857,…, October 27, 1857
Henry B. Smith argues that Christian colleges are essential to train successive generations for Church and State, transmitting faith, morality, and national character.
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The Inspiration of the Holy Scriptures: A Sermon Delivered Before the Synod of New-York and New-Jersey, … October 17, 1853
A sermon defending the divine inspiration and supreme authority of the Bible. Argues Scripture is God‑breathed, canonical, unified across ages, and distinct from mere illumination or genius.
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The Reformed Churches of Europe and America, in Relation to General Church History: An Address Delivered …, May 21, 1855
Henry B. Smith's 1855 address argues human history is God's providential work centered in Christ. He urges thorough church history—especially Presbyterian local records—to foster unity and understanding.
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The Idea of Christian Theology as a System: An Inaugural Address
An 1855 inaugural charge advocating a systematic theology that holds immutable truths while engaging contemporary philosophy; seminary training must form Christian thinkers to defend and renew the age.
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The Problem of the Philosophy of History: An Address Before the Phi Beta Kappa Society of Yale College, July 27, 1853
Henry B. Smith argues for an inductive, Christian-informed philosophy of history, treating history as a science to discern its laws and humanity's destiny.
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A Historical Discourse, Delivered in Abington, January 30, 1853, at the Close of the First Century of Abington Church and Society
1853 sermon marking Abington Church's centennial, recounting Pomfret/Abington settlement, land purchases, and the 1749 formation and boundaries of the Abington ecclesiastical society.
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Nature and Worth of the Science of Church History: An Inaugural Address, Delivered … Union Theological Seminary, New York, Feb. 12, 1851
Inaugural address asserting church history is a serious science: factual, philosophically rich, and essential to theological training for discerning divine purposes amid conflict.
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The Relations of Faith and Philosophy: An Address Before the Porter Rhetorical Society of Andover Theological Seminary at Its Anniversary, Sept. 4, 1849
An 1849 address contrasting faith and philosophy: faith is trust in God's revealed authority and Scripture, while philosophy seeks law, system, and reason; Smith examines their tensions and proper relation.
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Dorner’s History of the Doctrine of the Person of Christ
Review of Dorner's History of the Person of Christ, tracing early-church debates on Christ's two natures and German scholarship's effort to reconcile faith and reason.
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The History of Doctrines
Argues that the history of Christian doctrines is indispensable: tracing doctrinal development clarifies truth, resists error, tempers speculation, and enriches theology and preaching.
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A Sketch of German Philosophy
Surveys pre‑Reformation reformers (Beguines, Beghards, Lollards) and critiques German philosophy's challenge to Christianity, outlining Kant, Hegel, and Schelling.
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Henry Boynton Smith: His Life and Work
Biography of Henry Boynton Smith (1815–1877), detailing his early life, ministry, academic career, travels, theological writings, and efforts toward church reunion. Includes letters, lectures, and funeral services.
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