All Items 358 Collection 1 Archives & Special Collections 358 Contributor 20 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 354 Amherst College 10 Jesus Christ 10 Cook, Moses, 1716-1771 2 Eisenberg, Pablo 2 Massachusetts. Lieutenant Governor (1824-1825 : Morton) 2 Occom, Samson, 1723-1792 2 Paul, Moses, 1742?-1772 2 Allis, Lucius, 1737-1822 1 Buckland, James, 1710 or 1711-1790 1 Clark, Daniel A. (Daniel Atkinson), 1779-1840 1 Collegiate Institution (Amherst, Mass.) 1 Crawford, Robert, 1804-1896 1 Eastman, David, 1840-1876 1 Edwards, Jonathan, 1745-1801. Observations on the language of the Muhhekaneew Indians 1 General Association of Connecticut 1 Green, Timothy, 1737-1796 1 Harris, Samuel, 1814-1899 1 Lincoln, Ezra, 1789-1850 1 Moore, Zephaniah Swift, 1770-1823 1 show more 15 show fewer Location 11 Massachusetts 216 Connecticut 2 Conway (Mass.) 2 New Haven 2 Amherst 1 Bethany 1 Europe 1 Greenland 1 Jerusalem 1 Sodom (Extinct city) 1 United States 1 show more 6 show fewer Topic 20 Sermons 352 Sermons, American 241 Christianity 156 Outlines, syllabi, etc. 133 Religious aspects 74 God (Christianity) 28 Salvation 20 Christian life 18 Sin 17 Religion 11 Religious life 11 Prayer 10 Mercy 7 Religious awakening 7 Repentance 7 Death 6 Fast-day sermons 6 Lord's Supper 6 Parenting 6 Providence and government of God 6 show more 15 show fewer Part Of 3 Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers 354 Amherst College Early History Manuscripts and Pamphlets Collection 2 Younghee Kim-Wait (Class of 1982)/Pablo Eisenberg Collection of Native American Literature 2 Genre 7 Sermons 358 Notes 142 Outlines (documents) 92 Excerpts 1 Fragments 1 Pamphlets 1 Speeches (documents) 1 show more 2 show fewer A plea for a miserable world: I. An address, delivered at the laying of the corner stone of the building erection for the charity institution in Amherst, Massachusetts, August 9, 1820, by Noah Webster, esq. II. A sermon, delivered on the same occasion, by Rev. Daniel A. Clark, pastor of the First Church and Society in Amherst. III. A brief account of the origin of the institution Amherst College A pamphlet of an address given by Noah Webster at the laying of the corner stone of the Charity Institution in Amherst (also known as the Collegiate Institution and Charitable Institution during this time), a sermon delivered by Daniel A. Clark for the same event, and an account of the origin of the institution. The cornerstone laid during this event was that of the South College building. Preceding the address, sermon, and account, the pamphlet provides a description of the event. A plea for a miserable world: I. An address, delivered at the laying of the corner stone of the building erection for the charity institution in Amherst, Massachusetts, August 9, 1820, by Noah Webster, esq. II. A sermon, delivered on the same occasion, by Rev. Daniel A. Clark, pastor of the First Church and Society in Amherst. III. A brief account of the origin of the institution Dr. Moore: extract from Rev. T. Snell's sermon, delivered at the interment of Rev. Dr. Moore, president of the Collegiate Institution in Amherst, Mass. Snell, Thomas, 1774-1862 A pamphlet of an extract from the sermon delivered by Thomas Snell at the funeral service of Zephaniah Swift Moore. The extract discusses the life, death, and work of Moore. Dr. Moore: extract from Rev. T. Snell's sermon, delivered at the interment of Rev. Dr. Moore, president of the Collegiate Institution in Amherst, Mass. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Genesis 49:1 and discussing the future in various ways. Hitchcock lists several different examples of people approaching vacation with varying attitudes, and does the same with examples of people approaching death with various attitudes. It appears Hitchcock intends to expand upon what the results might be of these varied attitudes. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes A sermon at the execution of Moses Paul, an Indian: who had been guilty of murder, preached at New Haven in America Occom, Samson, 1723-1792 A sermon at the execution of Moses Paul, an Indian: who had been guilty of murder, preached at New Haven in America A sermon: preached at the execution of Moses Paul, an Indian, who was executed at New-Haven, on the 2d of September 1772, for the murder of Mr. Moses Cook, late of Waterbury, on the 7th of December 1771 Occom, Samson, 1723-1792 A sermon: preached at the execution of Moses Paul, an Indian, who was executed at New-Haven, on the 2d of September 1772, for the murder of Mr. Moses Cook, late of Waterbury, on the 7th of December 1771 Sermon on the installation of a minister Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 This booklet contains an undated sermon written for the installation of an unidentified minister. It is not in Edward Hitchcock's handwriting and the identity of the writer could not be determined. Sermon on the installation of a minister The religious bearings of man's creation Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 An incomplete manuscript by Edward Hitchcock of his sermon "The religious bearings of man's creation." The first page contains two introductions to the sermon, one intended for the Theological Society at Dartmouth College, as well as a list of the dates and locations that Hitchcock delivered this sermon between Spring 1854 and January 1856. This portion of the sermon stresses the importance that the listeners take up the mantle of building "moral railways" throughout the country, bringing Christianity to the ignorant and the sinners. The religious bearings of man's creation Murderers of fathers & murderers of mothers Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing wayward sons, describing ways in which they can "murder" their parents by damaging their spirits. Hitchcock describes several ways in which young men may damage their parents' spirits, including by immoral conduct, being influenced by bad companions, embracing religious error, abandoning religion, or neglecting religion. He goes on to encourage his listeners to consider whether they are "murderers" of their own parents, and reflect on how they can improve their conduct. A sheet by Hitchcock pasted on the cover introduces the sermon and describes why he is preaching this sermon even though many in the audience likely heard it preached by him several years before. This sermon was later published by the American Tract Society. Murderers of fathers & murderers of mothers Murderers of fathers & murderers of mothers Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Two pages of sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing wayward sons, describing ways in which they can "murder" their parents by damaging their spirits. This manuscript is only the first two pages and outlines some of the most egregious immoralities that sons may be guilty of which hurt their parents, such as intemperance, gambling, and going to brothels, among others. The full sermon was later published by the American Tract Society. Murderers of fathers & murderers of mothers Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting John 14:23 and discussing the value of having the "friendship" of Jesus Christ, remarking on how blessed those who have his friendship are, and urging his hearers to seek Jesus' friendship. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock on the duties of students and scholars in general, and those at Amherst College in particular, in promoting charity and benevolence. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1859 April 10 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the concept of illness. Hitchcock describes what he believes a sickroom should look like and what it should contain, and then lists several religious lessons he recently learned while he was ill. He writes that sickness makes people more grateful to others, gives people a better idea of the possible suffering in the afterlife, and makes people realize they are dependent upon God's intervention. He also says that illness makes people realize the importance of the doctrine of Christ's humanity, makes them understand that laboring for the Lord is a privilege, gives people an opportunity to consider their own eternal fate, and makes one particularly interested in the change that is death. Psalm 41:3 is quoted. Hitchcock has noted the dates and locations where he delivered this sermon on the first page. Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1859 April 10 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Acts 2:37 and discussing the concept of convicted sinners, listing reasons why they should be afraid of their future. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon on regeneration Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A second copy of a sermon by Edward Hitchcock on the topic of regeneration and what it means to become a become a "new creature" in Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:17 is quoted. Hitchcock strives to show that people must become new creatures in order to be "in Christ" and details the way this is proved in scripture and through the natural depravity of mankind. He then goes on to explain the ways in which mankind does and does not change when becoming new. He claims that while a man remains the same in many ways after regeneration, he becomes different through having a new God, a new Savior, new hopes and fears, and having a new rule of life (meaning he is led by the will of God rather than self-interest). Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon on regeneration Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1861 January 17 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon delivered at Amherst College on January 17, 1861 in which he uses the story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5:13 to reflect on the nature of good work and service. Contrasting Naaman’s belief that he was too great for a simple ordinary commandment, Hitchcock states that nothing in the world which can be done for God ought to be regarded as small. Hitchcock defends this belief by claiming that the nature of God and the universe elevate small acts, and by suggesting that it is small everyday labors that form good character and are rewarded in society and by God. Hitchcock also alludes to several passages in Luke and Matthew, and has written related hymns on the cover page. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1861 January 17 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1839 June Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon delivered at Amherst College in June 1839 and again in October 1842 and July 1849, discussing dangers to people's spirituality. Hitchcock claims that the world, Satan, and people's own hearts are the primary sources of danger, and outlines when people are most vulnerable to these dangers. He claims that it is when people are prospering that they are most at risk rather than when they are in a weak or doubtful state. Hitchcock then lists circumstances that endanger the souls of young people at literary institutions in particular, and questions whether people are aware of the danger their souls are in. Luke 21:36 is quoted. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1839 June Edward Hitchcock incomplete sermon on the state of his church Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 An incomplete sermon by Edward Hitchcock commenting upon the state of the religious community around him. Hitchcock claims that while he trusts God will bless and increase his church throughout the world, what he sees in his own heart and what he sees in his community is discouraging. However, he finishes by saying that when he sees all of his community discouraged as well he will begin to hope for improvement. Edward Hitchcock incomplete sermon on the state of his church Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans X Chapter," 1825 June Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the tenth chapter of Romans. He goes through the chapter verse by verse, going into depth about the meaning of certain portions of these verses and expanding upon the overall meaning of the chapter. Hitchcock focuses primarily on the issue of men being zealous in their own righteousness instead of being zealous about accepting Jesus Christ. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that the sermon was delivered in Conway in May 1825. Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans X Chapter," 1825 June Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 March Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Incomplete sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon delivered at Amherst College in March 1835. The notes include items 9 and 10 from an incomplete list which appears to be about humankind's deprived nature. Hitchcock outlines that this list can be used to teach humility, to teach others sympathy for the unconverted, to demonstrate how unlikely the conversion of sinners is, and to show the needs for special grace. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 March Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1837 December Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon delivered at Amherst College in December 1837 and Amherst West Parish in February 1838. The notes discuss the pain that people's sinfulness causes God. Hitchcock compares the feeling to a few different situations, including to parents whose children turn to an immoral life. Hitchcock says God's anguish is much stronger, however. He then reflects on what this means for Christians, discussing repentance, God's feelings when punishing people, and the eventual remorse of the impenitent. Hosea 11:8-9 is quoted. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1837 December
