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Introduction to Hermann Cremer, Beyond the Grave

A biblical-theological study of the state after death defending bodily resurrection and an intermediate conscious state. Discusses heaven, hell, children’s death, and spiritualism.
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July 23, 1878 Letter to John H. Vincent (1878)

Overview of the Chautauqua Movement promoting Christian culture, art, science, and literature for the masses. Advocates integrating all knowledge with Christ as the center and broad Christian education.
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Sheol, Hades, or the Intermediate State

Sunday School Times (July 8, 1886): essays on reading, personal fidelity, church finance, a poem, and A. A. Hodge’s theological study of Sheol/Hades and the intermediate state.
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Archibald Alexander Hodge, D.D., LL.D.

Necrological report for Archibald A. Hodge (1823–1886), Princeton theologian. Missionary to India, pastor and professor of Didactic & Polemic Theology; died of uraemia.
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Religion in the Public Schools

Argues public schools cannot be neutral about religion; religious ideas undergird language, history, science and morals. Warns against removing theistic elements from public education.
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The Relation of God to the World

Argues theology must be theo-centric: God is an infinite personal Spirit, both transcendent and immanent, supremely revealed in Christ; examines divine attributes and providence.
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Calvinistic Doctrine of the Will (1881)

Entry on Calvinistic doctrine of the will: surveys divine sovereignty versus human freedom, critiques Pelagian/Arminian views, and discusses predestination and moral responsibility.
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July 1, 1879 Letter to Charles H. Spurgeon (1879)

Volume IV (1878–1892) of C. H. Spurgeon’s autobiography, compiled from his diary, letters, and records by his wife and private secretary; includes correspondence, manuscripts, and tributes.
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Inspiration

Hodge & Warfield’s 1881 Presbyterian Review article ‘Inspiration’ defends the divine inspiration and authority of Scripture.
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Westminster Doctrine Anent Holy Scripture

Defense of the Westminster doctrine of Holy Scripture, arguing for verbal inspiration and inerrancy; replies to Free Church committee debates over Confession wording.
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The Life of Charles Hodge, D.D., LL.D.

Memoir of Charles Hodge, Princeton theologian: autobiography, family background, education, ministry, writings, and church controversies (preface and table of contents included).
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The General Assembly of 1838

Discusses Tyndale’s 1526 New Testament and recounts the chaotic 1838 Presbyterian General Assembly, highlighting doctrinal disputes, procedural disorder, and an impending schism.
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Princeton Theological Seminary

1836 report of the Synod of Philadelphia on the trial and appeal in Rev. Albert Barnes’ case, focusing on Presbytery jurisdiction, withheld records, and procedural disputes.
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Emmons’s Works

Review condemning Nathanael Emmons' 'Emmonism' as metaphysical, anti‑Calvinist, and scripturally unsound, criticizing his sermon method and its harmful New England influence.
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Close Communion

Argues against close (restricted) communion, urging open communion and church unity over sectarian barriers. Surveys Baptist–Presbyterian debates and appeals to Scripture and brotherly love.
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The Alexander Memorial

Memorial addresses honoring Archibald Alexander and his sons James W. and Joseph A., lauding their scholarship, preaching, and lasting influence on Princeton Seminary and the Presbyterian Church.
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Dr. Alexander’s Sketch of Dr. Robert Smith

Explores Abraham’s devout faith and prayer-life, then offers a biographical sketch of Dr. Robert Smith highlighting his piety, preaching, pastoral labors, and peaceful death.
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