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Suggestions to Theological Students

Reviews German biblical scholarship and urges American students to engage it. Advises theological students to revere Scripture, guard doctrinal truth, and cultivate ministerial character.
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The Act and Testimony

Examines the 1834 "Act and Testimony"—a signed test of orthodoxy—arguing it coerces conformity, fosters division, and unfairly accuses the General Assembly of doctrinal error.
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The General Assembly of 1835

Review of the 1835 General Assembly debates on moderator choice, elders’ representation, and Princeton Seminary governance. Brief notice of George Bush’s new Hebrew grammar.
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Rückert’s Commentary on Romans

Review of German biblical scholarship (Rosenmüller, Rückert) focusing on Rückert’s commentary on Romans, discussing philological method, Greek vs. Hebraic usage, and inspiration.
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The General Assembly of 1836

Account of the 1836 General Assembly (Pittsburgh): debates over forming a Foreign Missionary Board, the Assembly’s authority versus presbyteries, and missionary relations with British churches.
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A Commentary on the Epistle to the Romans (1835)

Introduction to Charles Hodge's commentary on Romans, outlining Paul's background, the origin and condition of the Roman church, and Jewish–Gentile tensions in early Christianity.
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The General Assembly of 1837

Report on the 1837 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church: debates condemning errors on original sin, imputation, atonement, and regeneration, and abrogating the 1801 Plan of Union.
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State of the Church

Account of 1837–38 Presbyterian controversies: the General Assembly’s abrogation of the Plan of Union, exclusion of mixed presbyteries/synods, and disputes over church order.
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West India Emancipation

1838 review of West India emancipation criticizing abolitionists’ principles and tactics as fanatical, unchristian, and counterproductive, urging reliance on scripture and prudent reform.
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Dr. Dana’s Letters

Notices debates on the intermediate state and Dr. Dana’s letter critiquing Professor Stuart’s denial of original (inherent) sin, defending classical distinctions between habitual and actual sin.
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Testimonies on the Doctrine of Imputation

Survey of the doctrine of imputation and original sin: confessions and theologians defend Adam’s sin imputed to all, citing synodal decrees and Scripture (Rom.5; Heb.7).
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Discourse on Religion by Mr. Coit

Review of J.C. Coit’s Discourse condemning sectarianism and national benevolent/missionary Boards. Urges Presbyterians to return to confessional faith and the ‘old paths’.
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The Way of Life

Hodge argues the Bible is divinely authored; its moral excellence and internal/external evidence warrant faith. The work outlines core doctrines: sin, justification, faith, repentance, and holy living.
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I Am Not Ashamed of the Gospel

Garbled, largely unreadable text — appears to be a heavily corrupted or OCR-failed manuscript. No coherent content to summarize; likely requires re-scanning or restoration.
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Milman’s History of Christianity

Review of Milman’s History of Christianity: English critics condemn its German-influenced rationalism and doubt Scripture; American reviewers praise its scholarship while upholding Christian doctrine.
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The General Assembly of 1843

1843 General Assembly report of the Presbyterian Church reviewing foreign and domestic missions and education, urging expanded support (incl. China) and training of ministers.
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