Rev. Isidor Loewenthal
Necrological memorials of foreign missionaries: biographical sketches recount conversions, linguistic labors and Bible translations, devoted evangelism, and deaths in service.
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Archives
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.
Rev. Isidor Loewenthal
Isidor Loewenthal
Biographical sketches: Isidor Loewenthal - a Jewish-born linguist who converted in the U.S., served as a missionary in India, translated the NT into Pushto, and was murdered in 1864.
Some Persian Inscriptions Found in Srinagar, Kashmir
1864 Asiatic Society journal article reporting Persian inscriptions and architectural remains in Srinagar. Analyses dates, historical figures (Shahi Hamadan, Mirza Haidar) and temple-to-mosque conversions.
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On the Antiquities of the Peshawur District
1863 journal article documenting archaeological remains in the Peshawar district: tumuli, Buddhist sculptures, caves, terraces, and fortified plateaus with field observations.
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Is the Pushto a Scmitic Language?
19th-century philological critique arguing Pushto (Pashto) is Indo-European, not Semitic. Reviews evidence and rebuts claims linking Afghans to Israelites.
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The Revolt of the Sepoys
1858 review of the 1857 Sepoy Revolt analyzing military causes, native attitudes, religion's role, and British rule in India from a Christian-missionary perspective.
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The Present State of India
1858 review sees the Indian revolt as a spiritual clash of Christianity and 'heathenism'. It faults the East India Company's neutrality and urges active missionary effort.
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Christianity in India
Historical survey of Christianity in India: trade links, early apostolic traditions, and the St. Thomas/Syrian (Nestorian) churches on the Malabar coast, with reflections on missionary effort.
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Exegesis of Heb. vi. 4–8
Princeton Review (Jan 1855): counsel on balancing ministerial study and active labor; extended exegetical analysis of Hebrews 6:4–8 debating apostasy, perseverance, and historical interpretations.
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India: Its Past and Future
1854 review of Christian Lassen’s multi-volume history of ancient India: geography, literature, myth vs. history, and the peninsula's religions (Brahmanism, Buddhism) and prospects.
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Education in the High Schools of Germany
Examines mortmain and charitable endowment law, urging church oversight of seminaries. Reviews German gymnasia reforms and critiques overly systemized pedagogical methods.
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Life and Studies of C.G. Zumpt
Biography of Carl Gottlob Zumpt, a German classical scholar and influential Latin grammarian; traces his teaching career, major works, and impact on classical education.
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The Gymnasium in Prussia
Overview of the Prussian gymnasium: a classical, Latin‑and‑Greek based system rooted in the Reformation, emphasizing religious instruction, rigorous discipline, and broad curriculum.
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The Origin of Language
Essay reviewing historical and philosophical debates on the origin of language—divine gift versus human invention or instinct—citing Plato, Humboldt, Suessmilch and other writers.
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John Henry Livingston, D.D.
Biography of John Henry Livingston (1746–1825), a Reformed Dutch minister, seminary professor and college president, detailing his ministry, teaching, publications, and influence.
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Memoirs of the Rev. John H. Livingston, D.D., S.T.P.
Memoir of Rev. John H. Livingston (1829). A biographical account and history of the Reformed Dutch Church, tracing his ancestry, ministry, character, and piety.
Incestuous Marriage or A Dissertation on the Marriage of a Man with His Sister in Law
John H. Livingston (1816) defends marriage as a divine institution and argues that marriage to a sister‑in‑law is incestuous and prohibited, citing Leviticus and New Testament texts.
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The Psalms and Hymns with the Catechism, Confession of Faith and Liturgy of the Reformed Dutch Church in North America
1819 Psalter and hymnbook compiled by John H. Livingston, with Catechism, Confession and liturgy for the Reformed Dutch Church in North America; adopted by the General Synod.
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