All Items 24 Collection 2 Archives & Special Collections 24 Emily Dickinson Collection 1 Contributor 6 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 23 Allis, Lucius, 1737-1822 1 Amherst College 1 Amherst College. Class of 1832. Lord 1 Dickinson, Emily, 1830-1886 1 Lord, Otis P., (Otis Phillips), 1812-1884 1 show more 1 show fewer Location 1 Massachusetts 1 Topic 20 Sermons 23 Outlines, syllabi, etc. 20 Sermons, American 20 Christianity 11 Christian life 6 God (Christianity) 6 Salvation 4 Conversion 3 Religious aspects 3 Religious life 3 Youth 3 Faith 2 Omnipresence 2 Worship and love 2 Benevolence 1 Correspondence 1 Death 1 Death and burial 1 Fast-day sermons 1 Funeral sermons 1 show more 15 show fewer Part Of 2 Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers 23 Emily Dickinson Collection 1 Genre 4 Sermons 23 Notes 22 Outlines (documents) 18 Correspondence 1 mods.shelfLocator 1 Box 9 Folder 23 24 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 sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Revelation 2:4 and discussing the idea of Christians abandoning God for other pursuits, and what may indicate an abandonment of God. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1824 January 1 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a New Year's Day sermon asking his congregation to reflect upon their past conduct, thoughts, and feelings. Hitchcock has written "Preparatory lecture" in the top left corner of the document. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1824 January 1 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 July Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Exodus 17:7 and commenting on the idea of God's presence, claiming that he is always virtually present but is specially present in times of trial and revival. Hitchcock also discusses the duties of Christians regarding God's presence. On the final page, Hitchcock has noted that he preached this sermon at the "Female Seminary" [Mt. Holyoke] in July 1835. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 July Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock discussing Ezekiel 38:7, applying the verse to the concept of preparing for communion and for a revival of religion. Hitchcock asks whether his hearers will do what is necessary to be prepared. On the verse are some red and green marks. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes References to texts of scripture on the subject of war Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Notes by Edward Hitchcock for sermons noting places in the Bible that discuss war, and discussing the supposed contradiction between the Bible's justifying war and its principles of universal peace. Hitchcock selects a few verses in scripture that appear to be in favor of war, describing the context and their meaning. References to texts of scripture on the subject of war Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1831 March 27 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Acts 26:28 and discussing the concept of an "almost Christian." Hitchcock dealt with this subject in sermon notes from December 1822, but in these notes he provides more detail about the quoted verse and Agrippa's situation. Hitchcock goes on to list what makes someone an "almost Christian" and then lists reasons why one should convert and devote oneself fully to Christianity. On the final page Hitchcock has noted that the sermon was preached at Amherst College on the "Sabbath evening" of March 27, 1831. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1831 March 27 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Luke 7:14 and urging the youth to "arise" and do their part in embracing and promoting Christianity, directed at both the practicing Christian and the unconverted sinner alike. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1822 December Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock containing notes for two sermons. The first quotes Acts 26:28 and discusses the concept of an "almost Christian," which is one who conforms to the beliefs of Christianity in most aspects but is lacking in some aspect of conviction or faith. Hitchcock also lists motivations why such a person should convert fully. The second quotes Genesis 28:17 and focuses on the Kingdom of Heaven and why it was described as dreadful in the verse. Hitchcock has noted on the third page that he preached the first sermon at Conway in December 1822. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1822 December Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 October Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon delivered at Amherst College in October 1835 on the concept of communion with God. Hitchcock claims it is greatly misunderstood and outlines how he intends to show what communion with God is and how it is exhibited. He ends with a list of inferences that can be drawn from his discourse on the subject. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 October Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock containing notes for four sermons. The first remarks on why mankind should be thankful to God and how that thankfulness should be demonstrated. The second quotes Acts 16:30 and comments on what one must do to achieve salvation. The third quotes Titus 3:5 and comments on why Christian regeneration is necessary. The fourth lists the ten commandments and claims mankind is guilty of violating them all. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1822 February Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting 1 John 3:1 and discussing God's forgiveness of mankind. Hitchcock lists several reasons why God's forgiveness should be especially admired. On the first page Hitchcock has noted the that he preached the sermon in Conway in February 1822, and on the final page he notes that he preached at a Communion lecture. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1822 February Edward Hitchcock sermon, 1822 March 14 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A sermon by Edward Hitchcock preached at the funeral of Captain Lucius Allis on March 14, 1822. Hitchcock quotes Genesis 15:15, explaining the context of the verse. He goes on to discuss what a "good old age" is and what it means for an old man to die in peace, ending with a discussion of the character and life of Captain Allis. Edward Hitchcock sermon, 1822 March 14 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1834 February 28 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting 1 Corinthians 2:14 and focusing on the reason why mankind cannot agree about religion if the Bible is supposedly an infallible text. Hitchcock lists several different viewpoints about religion and explains their motivations. On the final page he indicates that this sermon was preached on a Fast Day, February 28, 1834. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1834 February 28 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1822 March 1 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting 1 Corinthians 1:30 and discussing the concept of salvation and the idea that one can only gain true wisdom, righteousness, sanctity, and redemption through belief in Jesus Christ. He uses these ideas to explain why one should commemorate the death of Christ. Hitchcock has noted on the final page that he preached this sermon at a preparatory lecture in Conway on March 1, 1822. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1822 March 1 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock containing notes for two sermons. The first quotes Judges 3:20 and discusses the concept of God's judgment and salvation. The second quotes Genesis 28:17 and discusses things about life and Christianity that are solemn. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock listing what appear to be reasons why God might send afflictions upon a man, stressing that there is always a reason. Hitchcock quotes Lamentations 3:33. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 March Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock listing circumstances that prevent young men from seeking religion. Hitchcock has noted on the verso that he preached this sermon at Amherst College in March 1835 but was interrupted by an explosion of gunpowder. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 March Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting 1 Corinthians 6:11, noting similar scripture verses, and discussing the feelings and beliefs of converted Christians prior to their conversion. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 April Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting 1 Corinthians 16:22 and discussing those who do not love and worship Jesus Christ and God. Hitchcock explains the terms "Anathema" and "Maranatha" used in 1 Corinthians 16:22. On the final page Hitchcock has indicated that he preached this sermon at Amherst College in April 1835. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 April
