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The Druid, No. 1

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Introductory essay ‘The Druid’ outlines a monthly plan to explore human nature, literature, morals, and civic improvement. It argues virtue, learning, and the arts strengthen a nation even amid war.

The Druid, No. 2

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Essay on the law of nations and the conduct of war: argues war must pursue justice and avoid needless cruelty, condemning use of Indians and inciting slaves; appeals to natural law and conscience.

The Druid, No. 3

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Discusses distinctions between foreign wars and civil wars, their causes and greater brutality, and urges justice, mercy, and candid judgment; applies this to the Britain–America conflict.

The Dominion of Providence Over the Passions of Men

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John Witherspoon’s 1776 sermon argues God’s providence rules men’s passions; even human wrath serves God’s glory. He applies this truth to the American revolt and civil war.

Essay on Money, as a Medium of Commerce

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Essay on money and commerce: traces barter to money, analyzes signs and paper-currency risks and legal-tender issues, and specifies qualities of sound money: value, rarity, portability, divisibility, durability.

Christian Magnanimity

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Witherspoon defends magnanimity as a Christian virtue: courageous pursuit of great ends, perseverance, and patient suffering, rightly ordered by justice, prudence, and humility. Sermon at Princeton.

A Sermon on the Religious Education of Children

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John Witherspoon’s sermon on Mark 10:13–16 argues children belong to God’s covenant, can receive regenerating grace early, and urges the importance of early religious instruction.

An Inducement to Come to Christ

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Witherspoon urges sinners to come to Christ, insisting genuine conviction of sin is necessary for salvation. He outlines marks of true repentance and calls for self-examination.

On Man in His Natural State

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John Witherspoon preaches that all humanity is by nature fallen, sinful, and ignorant of its misery, needing repentance and Christ’s atoning sacrifice for salvation.

On Ministerial Character and Duty

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Witherspoon urges ministers to be genuine Christians: personal piety must shape their knowledge, diligence, impartiality, and pastoral care for effective ministry.

Seeking a Competency in the Wisdom of Providence

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Witherspoon expounds Proverbs 30:8, urging prayer for a measured provision—neither poverty nor riches—trusting God’s providence, cultivating contentment and humble submission.

The Danger of Adversity

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A sermon arguing that poverty often tempts people to fraud and dishonesty. It exhorts integrity, diligence, gratitude, reliance on God’s aid, and avoidance of sinful circumstances.

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