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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.

The Old Testament Idea of a Prophet

Essay defining the Old Testament prophet as a divinely appointed, inspired Israelite—Moses' successor—who warns, teaches, foretells, and is tested against false prophets.
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The Text of Jeremiah

Critical review of scholarship on the text of Jeremiah, comparing Hebrew and Septuagint variants, disputed readings, interpolations, authorship, and prophetic dating/fulfillment debates.
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The Fulfilment of Prophecy

Defends the divine origin and fulfilment of biblical prophecy, arguing prophecy's distinctive mode (timing and form) differs from history and guides interpretation.
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The Alexandrine and Sinaitic Manuscripts

1861 essay on Codex Alexandrinus and Codex Sinaiticus, surveying textual criticism, variant readings, and the urgency of preserving ancient manuscripts to restore the original text.
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A Grammar of the Hebrew Language

Preface and table of contents of William H. Green's 1888 Hebrew Grammar (Princeton), outlining revised orthography, etymology, and greatly expanded syntax for Old Testament study.
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The Matter of Prophecy

Analyzes Old Testament prophecy—its covenantal role, Messianic purpose, and criteria for identifying fulfilled prophecies as evidence of divine revelation and of Christ.
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Date of the Books of Chronicles

Argues rational theology aids Christian practice (prayer, atonement, sacraments) and examines the classification, unity, and dating of the Old Testament historical books, esp. Chronicles.
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Davidson’s Introduction to the Old Testament

Survey of the church–state union since Constantine and a sharp review of Samuel Davidson's higher‑criticism of Isaiah, defending prophetic foresight and Messianic predictions.
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Modern Philology

1864 review excerpts on Baconian philosophy and modern philology: praises the inductive method, notes its limits, and argues that language shapes thought and the mind.
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The Name Jehovah

Two essays: one defends the Reformation as God's decisive work reshaping nations and history; the other analyzes Exodus 6:2–3, defending Mosaic unity of Genesis and the theological meaning of Jehovah.
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The Structure of the Old Testament

Examines the Old Testament's organic structure and canonical divisions, arguing for unity amid diversity and defending the Law/Prophets/Writings arrangement.
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The Value of Physical Science in the Work of Education

1865 address arguing that physical sciences enrich liberal education, warrant investment in laboratories and endowments, and prepare cultivated citizens and professionals for national progress.
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Relations of India with Greece and Rome

Review notes on 1866 publications about rationalism, followed by an essay tracing India’s relations with Greece and Rome—trade, cultural exchange, alphabets, and biblical links.
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Dr. Williams’s New Translation of the Hebrew Prophets

A review criticizing Rowland Williams' translation of the Hebrew prophets for denying supernatural prophecy and embracing German higher criticism, urging defenders of Scripture to prepare for intense debate.
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Old Testament Literature

Notes on Old Testament literature: scope and methods (authorship, integrity, structure), canon and typology, and the OT's relation to the New Testament; contrasts allegorical and historical interpretation.
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