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Ebenezer Burgess letter to Justin Perkins with Mary Burgess letter to Charlotte Bass Perkins and Jerusha Emily Gilbert Stocking, 1839 December 8

Burgess, Ebenezer, 1805-1870

Eben. (Ebenezer) Burgess letter to Justin Perkins in which Burgess writes regarding their journey to Ahmednuggar (Ahmadnagar), the Mission and its schools, and his current status. He discusses the prejudices of the people towards missionaries, writes of the excitement caused by the conversion of two Brahman, and discusses the effects of local governments on missions. He also writes of British expansion and current political tensions between China and England. Burgess updates Perkins on matters in America, mentioning the Presbyterian Church, the Jackson party, the "good old ship" Constitution, and the antislavery party. He also comments on Brother Merrick's marriage and Professor Tyler's engagement. On the last page of the letter, Mary Burgess addresses Charlotte Bass Perkins and Jerusha Stocking, writing of the daily life of the missionaries and their families at her station. She mentions Miss Farrar, Mr. and Mrs. French, Mr. Abbot, Mr. Ballentine, and Mr. Webster.

Ebenezer Burgess letter to Justin Perkins with Mary Burgess letter to Charlotte Bass Perkins and Jerusha Emily Gilbert Stocking, 1839 December 8
Sendol Barnes and Maria L. Munger letters to Justin and Charlotte Perkins, 1837 April 13

Munger, S. B.(Sendol Barnes), 1802-1868

S. B. and Maria L. Munger letters to Justin and Charlotte Perkins. S.B. Munger writes to Justin Perkins about his new position in the Jaulnah (Jalna) station of the Mahratta Mission (American Marathi Mission), he and his wife had left Bombay on account of Mrs. Munger's health during the rains and after much traveling and brief stays at a number of locations they are settled in their present location without official permission from the Nizam, but "trusting wholly to divine providence." Munger notes that native regiments officered by Europeans living nearby offers a degree of protection, ease of living, and access to medical aid that would not normally be available. Munger says he does not yet have a congregation but had started one school with expectations of two more and is the only missionary at the station and was in desperate need of helpers, and the Mission struggles to find aid for its labors. On the final page, Maria L. Munger writes to Charlotte Perkins about her joy in receiving Charlotte's letter and states that despite the great distance separating them they share the same task among those who were strangers to God and says that she and her husband derive their "principal encouragement from the word and promises of God."

Sendol Barnes and Maria L. Munger letters to Justin and Charlotte Perkins, 1837 April 13
The pious Indian: or, Religion exemplified in the life of poor Sarah

Brown, P. H. (Phoebe Hinsdale), 1783-1861

The pious Indian: or, Religion exemplified in the life of poor Sarah
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
Difficulties in the way of promoting religion & raising the standard of piety & the conversion of souls in the college

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock summarizing the factors that prevent greater piety and conversion to Christianity, and the effects of these factors, presumably among the residents of Amherst College.

Difficulties in the way of promoting religion & raising the standard of piety & the conversion of souls in the college
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, 1832 February 23

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Luke 7:14 and urging the youth to "arise" and listen to the voice of various things calling them, such as the Spirit or their conscience. He urges them to do their part in embracing and promoting Christianity. These notes are similar but not identical to another set quoting Luke 7:14, and are in a different order. Hitchcock has noted the dates February 23, 1832 and November 1837 on the final page.

Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1832 February 23
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, 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 comparing a traveler's journey to the journey of a Christian. Hitchcock lists things that a traveler feels and encounters, then says that the same is true of the Christian.

Edward Hitchcock sermon notes
Edward Hitchcock sermon notes

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Isaiah 30:21 and discussing how one can determine whether he is on the correct path in life to achieve salvation. Hitchcock notes ways that one cannot determine this and poses questions for one to consider for an examination of his own conscience. He ends with a question about how the religious feelings of the congregation relate to the religious interests of Amherst College.

Edward Hitchcock sermon notes
Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, "The Way to be Lost," 1835 April

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon delivered at Amherst College in April 1835 discussing the ways in which one may ensure he will go to hell. Hitchcock lists these ways, such as not believing the doctrines of the Bible and not admitting one's own sinfulness. Hitchcock also discusses ways that a person who is performing the correct acts of Christianity, such as observing the Sabbath, may still be on the road to hell. For example, one who attends mass looking to find fault with what is preached or one who sleeps or reads the newspaper during mass. Hitchcock then admits to his congregation that he once behaved in all these ways but God interposed and helped him to see the truth. Matthew 8:13 is quoted.

Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, "The Way to be Lost," 1835 April