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Morell’s Philosophy of Religion

1850 review criticizes J.D. Morell's Philosophy of Religion, arguing it sets metaphysics against Christianity and wrongly makes the will the essence of the soul.
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Rev. Thomas Chalmers

Biographical reviews of Rev. Noah Levings and Thomas Chalmers, praising Chalmers' devotional posthumous volumes and his blend of science, piety, and pastoral influence.
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Thomas Carlyle

Notes on Rev. James Dixon's cordial visit to American Methodists and a detailed biographical-literary critique of Thomas Carlyle, his phases, influences, and major writings.
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The Lord’s Day, The Christian Sabbath

Defense of the Christian Sabbath (the Lord's Day), arguing the transfer from the seventh to the first day by biblical, historical, and practical evidence against critics and legal attacks.
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Howison’s History of Virginia

Reviews Coleridge's writings and Howison's History of Virginia, praising its style and account while stressing the evils of church–state union and the value of religious liberty.
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The Reformation the Source of American Liberty

Assesses revived Papal power in Europe and America and its threat to liberty. Argues the 16th-century Reformation was the foundational source of American liberty.
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The Missionary Bearing of Calvinism

An 1844 review arguing that Calvinistic doctrines—especially election—should inform and encourage missionary enterprise; truth, not sectarian fear, ought to guide missions.
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The Mode of Christian Baptism

Argues that Christian baptism is scripturally by sprinkling/affusion, not immersion. Surveys OT types, Greek usage of baptizo, John's baptism, NT texts and early-church practice.
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History of Huron Presbytery

Concise history of Huron Presbytery (1801–1892), its work under the Plan of Union, the 1837 disruption and 1870 reunion, with biographies and sketches of churches.
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Presbyterianism in Texas

Sketches Rev. C. C. Hersman's life and traces the rise of Presbyterianism in Texas (1838–1891), emphasizing evangelism, institutions like Austin College, and moral reforms.
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Critics and Apologists

Reports a Church of England ritualism incident and defends W.H. Green against higher criticism, arguing for a grounded interpretation of the divine names Elohim and Jehovah in the Pentateuch.
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Family Influence in the Gospel of Matthew

Two essays: a literary history lauds Calvin’s Institutes as foundational to Reformed theology, and an exegetical study argues family testimony (likely Matthew’s mother) shaped Matthew’s resurrection account.
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Dr. W.H. Green of Princeton

Review defending W. H. Green's study of the Pentateuch against higher‑criticism charges. Examines the interchange of divine names (Elohim/Jehovah) and related authorship debates.
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The Literature and Worship of the Early Aryans

Defends a scriptural, non-figurative view of regeneration against common definitions. Surveys early Aryan (Rig-Veda) literature and worship, highlighting nature-worship and soma rites.
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Luther and Religious Persecution

Commemorates Melanchthon; critiques Luther’s later advocacy of harsh persecution, especially toward Jews; and examines the constitutional powers of the General Assembly in Presbyterian polity.
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The Knocking Saviour

Expository essay on Revelation 3:20 arguing Christ's 'knocking' pictures Him seeking entrance into a house (fellowship), offering reconciliation and feasting with repentant sinners.
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