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Hengstenberg on the Book of Revelation

Review of E. W. Hengstenberg’s commentary on Revelation, commending his rigorous philology, devout orthodoxy, and Old-Testament–grounded exegesis while defending Johannine authorship.
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Isaiah Translated and Explained, Vol. 2

Introduction to Alexander’s commentary on Isaiah (chs. 40–66). Argues prophets correct ceremonialism, idolatry, and Jewish nationalism, showing Israel’s representative, temporary role.
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Parrhesia, or Christian and Ministerial Freedom of Speech

An 1852 essay on ‘parrhesia’ arguing that apostolic boldness—freedom of speech in preaching—remains essential for ministers and all Christians, distinct from mere rhetoric or personality.
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Robert and James Haldane

Review of the biography of Robert and James Haldane, tracing their conversions, lay itinerant preaching, and missionary plans (notably for Bengal). It discusses church secession, sacraments, and evangelical influence.
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The Rev. Archibald Alexander, D.D.

Discusses denominational influence and profiles Rev. Archibald Alexander—his 1789 revival conversion, early frontier missionary work, licensure at 19, and Hampden-Sidney presidency.
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The Work of God

Sermon on John 6:28–29: men ask what works please God. Alexander teaches the work God requires is faith in Christ, not human merit, ritual, or self‑worked penance.
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Correspondence Between Prophecy and History

Argues for testing prophecy by broad correspondences with history rather than minute disputation, illustrating the point via Israel’s election, exile, and promised universal role.
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Method of Church History

Reviews John Smalley’s treatise on sinners’ moral inability (john-6) and an inaugural address on the method of church history, urging disciplined, comprehensive historical study.
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The Historical Scriptures

Argues that the Bible is fundamentally historical and that sacred history is central to understanding Scripture. Calls for exegetical study balancing broad overviews with careful detail.
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Koeppen’s Middle Ages

Counsel to young ministers on balancing study and pastoral labor; review of Koeppen’s Middle Ages urging impartial, contextual study of medieval church and recommending solid authorities.
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Patriarchal History

Argues Genesis is a unified Mosaic history designed to prepare Israel and explain the patriarchal age. Urges ministers to balance scholarly study with pastoral labor.
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The Coptic Language

Survey of the Coptic language and its relation to Greek and old Egyptian: alphabet, dialects, grammar, Coptic New Testament versions, and historical church significance.
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Eli Smith’s Arabic Bible

Review praises Eli Smith’s new Arabic translations of the Old and New Testaments, emphasizing Arabic’s cultural importance and Smith’s rare philological and missionary qualifications.
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Harmonies of the Gospels

Review arguing Gospel harmonies aid exegesis, history, and apologetics but warns against fusing the four inspired Gospels into one composite, which undermines their integrity.
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Commentary on Acts, Volume 1

Introduction to Alexander’s commentary on Acts defending Lukean authorship, the unity and canonicity of Luke-Acts, and outlining a historical-exegetical method of exposition.
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Commentary on Acts, Volume 2

Exegetical commentary on Acts 13: the Antioch church sends Barnabas and Paul; their mission to Cyprus and Asia Minor, encounter with Sergius Paulus and Elymas, and ministry practices.
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Gieseler’s Text-Book of Church History

Review of church historiography: scarcity of early Christian histories, Eusebius’ preservation role, and medieval decline with legendary hagiography.
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The Gospel According to Mark

Alexander’s preface/introduction argues Mark is an independent, concise Gospel focused on Christ’s actions; it defends the fourfold Gospels and recommends reading Mark first.
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Sawyer’s New Testament

Critical review of L. A. Sawyer’s New Testament: it overstates literal precision, wholesale adopts Tischendorf’s text, and arbitrarily reorders chapters/books. Some useful changes, but uneven.
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