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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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A Debate on the Doctrine of Universal Salvation

Correspondence (Cincinnati, 1845) debating Universalism vs eternal punishment. Pingree and Rice exchange proposals over public debates, venue, and publication of their arguments.

Nathan Lewis Rice ⬩ 1845

Lectures on Slavery, Delivered in the First Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati

Rev. N.L. Rice defends the 1845 Presbyterian General Assembly's report on slavery, rebuts abolitionist misrepresentation, and advocates gradual, gospel-centered amelioration and church unity.

Nathan Lewis Rice ⬩ 1845

A Debate Between Rev. A. Campbell and Rev. L.N. Rice: On the Action, Subject, Design and Administrator of Christian Baptism

Report and correspondence from the 1843 Lexington debate between A. Campbell and N.L. Rice on baptism, the new birth, spiritual influence in conversion/sanctification, and creeds.

Nathan Lewis Rice ⬩ 1844

An Account of the Law-Suit Instituted by Rev. G.A.M. Elder, … For a Pretended Libel on the Character of Rev. David Duparque …

1837 pamphlet by Rev. N.L. Rice recounting a libel suit with Bardstown Catholic clergy and defending Protestant criticisms. He attacks clerical celibacy and nunneries as unscriptural and immoral.

Nathan Lewis Rice ⬩ 1837

John Holt Rice, D.D.

Necrological report presenting biographical sketches of deceased Presbyterian ministers (notably John Holt Rice), recounting lives, ministries, deaths (yellow fever), and surviving families.

1879

The Science of Pastoral Theology

Reviews Renan's rationalistic Life of Jesus and defends Scripture against skeptical criticism. Argues for a systematic, Scripture-based 'science of pastoral theology'.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1866

The Princeton Review on the State of the Country

1861 Southern Presbyterian Review rebuts the Princeton Review, defending Southern Christians and secession as a response to Northern policies. Argues politics and religion occupy distinct spheres.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1861

The Heavenly City - Heaven: The Way to It, Its Inhabitants, Employments, Enjoyments, Glories; and Children and Recognition of Friends There

Survey of biblical portrayals of heaven—New Jerusalem, God's throne and palace—and practical guidance on the way there: repentance, faith in Christ, and holy living.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1899

Handy Helps for Busy Workers

Practical guide urging every Christian to be an evangelist. Discusses the vast scope of evangelization, urban vs. rural challenges, and methods like Bible study and Sunday-schools.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1899

Hymnal for Primary Classes: A Collection of Hymns and Tunes, Recitations, and Exercises, Being a Manual for Primary Sunday Schools

1896 Primary Sunday-school hymnal and manual with hymns, tunes, recitations and exercises designed to teach children love of Jesus, Scripture, creation, and basic moral principles.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1896

People’s Commentary on the Acts

Intro to Edwin W. Rice's 1896 People's Commentary on Acts, stating aims and defending Luke's authorship from early testimony and internal 'we' passages.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1896

People’s Dictionary of the Bible

Excerpt from Edwin W. Rice’s People's Dictionary of the Bible (1893), compiling 'I AM' sayings of Jesus and alphabetic encyclopedia-style entries on biblical persons, places, and terms.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1893

Our Sixty-Six Sacred Books: How They Came to Us, and What They Are

Survey of the Bible's origin, authorship, preservation and English translations, focusing on the King James Version and the Anglo‑American (Revised) Version and their revisions.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1891

People’s Commentary on the Gospel According to John

Introduction to Edwin W. Rice's commentary on the Gospel of John, defending its apostolic authorship and historical reliability by surveying patristic testimony and modern criticism.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1891

People’s Commentary on the Gospel According to Luke

Preface and introduction to a People's Commentary on Luke, stating aims, features, and assembling historical and textual testimony for Luke's authorship.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1889

Commentary on the Gospel According to Matthew

Preface to E.W. Rice's Matthew commentary emphasizing the Gospel's Oriental character, authorship questions, canon formation, and the preservation of New Testament manuscripts.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1897

People’s Lesson Book on the Gospel of Matthew, to Aid Sabbath-Schools, Families and Individuals in the Study of the Bible

1887 People's Lesson Book on the Gospel of Matthew: a verse-by-verse Sabbath-school study with lesson outlines, memory verses, explanations, review questions and applications.

Edwin Wilbur Rice ⬩ 1887