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Primeval Period of Sacred History

Review and exposition of Genesis’ primeval history: examines the two creation accounts, Eden and the flood, and argues for harmonizing the biblical narrative with scientific inquiry.
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Sermons, Vol. 1

Alexander defines the Gospel as ‘good news’ from God to sinful humanity, emphasizing its saving scope. He contrasts the four Gospels’ distinct purposes and begins exposition of Mark 1:1.
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Sermons, Vol. 2

A sermon on Ephesians 5:14 diagnosing the unregenerate as spiritually asleep, dark, and dead; urging doctrinal understanding and practical awakening toward regeneration.
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The Gospel of Jesus Christ

Expository introduction distinguishing the four Gospels and defining the gospel as "good news" from God, promising forgiveness and salvation.
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Micah’s Prophecy of Christ

Includes an article defending the Anglo‑American theory of the Sabbath and a close exegesis of Micah 5:2 vs. Matthew 2:6, comparing Hebrew and Greek (Septuagint) readings and geography.
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A Poem in the Night (1833)

Life of Joseph Addison Alexander, Princeton theology professor. Volume I contains poems and Italian travel anecdotes (Florence, Franciscan friars) with reflections on the resurrection.
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A Vision of Greece (1828)

Excerpt from the biography of Joseph Addison Alexander, Princeton theological professor, featuring his poem "A Vision of Greece" and commentary on Byron’s influence on his verse.
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Ad Joannem (1840)

Biography excerpt: poem and an 1840 letter urging a young man to repentance and renewed devotion—prayer, Scripture reading, resisting sin, and openly professing faith.
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Be Still and Know That I am God (1833)

Excerpt from Joseph A. Alexander’s Life: a devotional poem centered on "Be still and know that I am God," reflecting trust in God amid prosperity, crisis, and judgment.
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Dear Princeton! (1853)

Biographical excerpt on Joseph Addison Alexander, recounting his boyhood at Stony Brook, schooling, early writings, language study, and influences leading to his Princeton seminary career.
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Lines ‘To a Fatherless Girl’ (1851)

Biography excerpt: Addison Alexander’s deep grief at funerals and his poem "To a Fatherless Child," offering Christian consolation and assurance.
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Solitude (c. 1819)

Biography of Joseph Addison Alexander, D.D., Princeton Theological Seminary professor, featuring his early poetical ventures such as "Solitude" and "The Pleasures of Study."
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The Death of Rezeau Brown (1834)

Early biographical sketch of Joseph Addison Alexander, highlighting his devoted Christian character, fervent preaching at Princeton, and his sorrow over a friend’s death.
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The Fall of Ispahan (1828)

Volume I of the biography of Joseph Addison Alexander containing Oriental and classical poems (e.g., "The Fall of Ispahan" and "A Vision of Greece") evoking exile and national ruin.
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The Life of Joseph Addison Alexander, D.D., Vol. 1

Biography of Joseph Addison Alexander, Princeton professor and biblical scholar. Chronicles his education, Oriental language studies, teaching, preaching, and writings.
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The Life of Joseph Addison Alexander, D.D., Vol. 2

Selections from the life of Joseph Addison Alexander: diary entries, letters, teaching and preaching, family and seminary life, exhortations to youth, and private piety.
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The Parricide (c. 1819)

Biography of Joseph Addison Alexander (Vol. I) detailing his boyhood, early poetic ventures and studies, with an excerpt quoting Psalm 102.
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The Pleasures of Study (c. 1819)

Biography of Joseph Addison Alexander, Princeton professor, featuring youthful poems ‘Solitude’ and ‘The Pleasures of Study’ that reveal his early literary bent.
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The Tears of Esau (1827)

Biographical excerpt on Joseph Addison Alexander, Princeton theological professor, highlighting his poem ‘The Tears of Esau’ and literary character. Includes citation to Genesis 27.
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