All Items 23

The wise man of the Scriptures, or, Science and religion: a discourse delivered in the village church in Amherst, March 2d, 1864, at the funeral of Rev. Prof. Edward Hitchcock

Tyler, W. S., (William Seymour), 1810-1897

The wise man of the Scriptures, or, Science and religion: a discourse delivered in the village church in Amherst, March 2d, 1864, at the funeral of Rev. Prof. Edward Hitchcock
The law of nature's constancy subordinate to the higher law of change

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

An article by Edward Hitchcock extracted from volume 20, number 79 of Bibliotheca Sacra and Biblical Repository, published in 1863, in which Hitchcock argues that change is more powerful than nature's constancy, and notes that the law of change is synonymous with the law of miracles. Hitchcock discusses various types of laws governing the universe, including mechanical laws, chemical laws, and organic laws, and intellectual laws, stressing that change is at the center of them all. He then goes on to discuss the history of species on Earth and the evidence of change that can be seen in fossil specimens from different "systems of life." He discusses how many times the species on Earth have changed significantly, how these changes were effected, and argues that these changes can be considered miracles. He stresses that in spite of nature's constancy, God can cause any change through special providence and without miracles.

The law of nature's constancy subordinate to the higher law of change
Special divine interpositions in nature

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

An extract taken from volume 11, number 44 of Bibliotheca Sacra and American biblical repository, containing an article by Edward Hitchcock emphasizing God's influence on nature. Hitchcock notes that all of nature was set in motion by God and should be appreciated, but people often only focus on miracles. He discusses the influence of God on nature in ways considered both "natural" and "supernatural." He explains the difference between miracles and special providence, claiming the former cannot be explained by the laws of nature and the latter can, but stresses that both are the result of God's intentions. He goes on to describe what he sees as scientific evidence for special providence. A footnote to the article indicates that Hitchcock delivered this paper at the anniversaries of the Newton and Bangor Theological Seminaries. The first page indicates that Hitchcock's article begins on p. 776 of the extract.

Special divine interpositions in nature
Exegesis of I Corinthians 15:35-44, as illustrated by natural history and chemistry

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A typescript transcript of Hitchcock's "Exegesis of I Corinthians" that was published in the journal Bibliotheca Sacra in April 1860. Hitchcock's piece involves a close reading of verses 35 through 44 in I Corinthians, especially focusing on it from the view of natural history and chemistry. The identity of the transcriber is unknown.

Exegesis of I Corinthians 15:35-44, as illustrated by natural history and chemistry
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1846 July

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing different types of human character. Hitchcock uses the science of mineralogy to illustrate his topic, using terms and examples of minerals to describe the different types of characters. He lists ten different characters, claiming the entirely transparent character is best, which is to say the person who acts and thinks just as he seems to and does not hide anything or deceive in any way. Hitchcock ends the sermon with three summarizing points: first, that these examples should demonstrate the need for caution in judging someone's character, second, that his examples should demonstrate Christian sanctification, and third, how important it is to have a perfectly guileless character to be successful and useful. John 2:47 is quoted. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that the sermon was delivered at Amherst College in July 1846.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1846 July
Edward Hitchcock classroom lecture notes, "Introductory Lecture On Chemistry," 1826

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Chemistry lecture notes by Edward Hitchcock focusing primarily on the importance of studying chemistry and how the study of chemistry can be for the glory of God. Hitchcock explains that chemistry is evidence of the laws of God, and also explains the ways in which chemistry is related to other subjects, such as medicine and the arts. He discusses some of the history of chemistry and its roots in alchemy. Additionally, Hitchcock emphasizes the importance of having religious men teach the sciences so that they may point out their relationship to religion, and the importance of humility in learning. A few notes on the subject of chemistry are included at the end which mention properties of matter, the concept of affinity, and some notes to himself on what to do at certain points in the lecture. Hitchcock noted on the cover the years he delivered the lecture at Amherst College.

Edward Hitchcock classroom lecture notes, "Introductory Lecture On Chemistry," 1826
Edward Hitchcock notes on the relationship between science and religion

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock discussing people's fears that new scientific knowledge is incompatible with religion. Hitchcock writes that discoveries in astronomy have failed to shake the foundations of religion and therefore other scientific discoveries should not either. He states that apparent conflicts with biblical teaching should not hinder scientific development, averring that the principles of religion are too strong to be damaged by discoveries in science. Additionally, he stresses that continued scientific research and discovery is important and can better inform religion.

Edward Hitchcock notes on the relationship between science and religion
Uses of physical science in the missionary work

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes for a lecture delivered by Edward Hitchcock discussing the uses of physical science in missionary work. Hitchcock claims that knowledge of physical science can help the native people develop resources, can help relieve them from superstitions, and can show the fallacy of their sacred texts. He finishes with a list of some specific areas of knowledge that physical science can assist with, including anatomy and physiology, animal life, and astronomy. Hitchcoch has written "Amherst College Monthly Concert June 1848," which suggests the lecture was given at Amherst College.

Uses of physical science in the missionary work
Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lecture 8

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A manuscript draft by Edward Hitchcock of a lecture included in his work "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences." This lecture, "The Hypothesis of Creation by Law," is labeled as the eighth, but it is the ninth in the final published work. Hitchcock discusses the relationship between religion and geology while also discussing the relationship between religion and science in general. This lecture focuses on the hypothesis of creation by law, a hypothesis Hitchcock says is by an anonymous writer and combines other scientists' hypotheses about the creation and evolution of life with ideas about spontaneous generation and transmutation. Hitchcock explains the hypothesis and puts forth arguments against it, providing his own explanations about creation, the laws of the universe, and the laws of God.

Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lecture 8
Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lecture 10

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A manuscript draft by Edward Hitchcock of a lecture included in his work "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences." This lecture, "The future Condition & Destine of the Earth," is labeled as the tenth, but it is the eleventh in the final published work. Hitchcock discusses the relationship between religion and geology while also discussing the relationship between religion and science in general. This lecture discusses the idea that the future is revealed to man in two ways: through God's revelation and through observing what occurred in the past to project what may occur. Hitchcock focuses especially on the future changes in the condition of the earth as shown through both revelation and geology.

Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lecture 10
Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lectures 11, 12, and 14

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A manuscript draft by Edward Hitchcock of some lectures included in his work "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences." This section contains part of the eleventh lecture, a lecture labeled as the twelfth that is printed as the thirteenth in the final published work, and the fourteenth lecture. Hitchcock discusses the relationship between religion and geology while also discussing the relationship between religion and science in general. These lectures focus on the future destruction and renovation of the earth, God's plans and how man's understanding of them has changed over time, and the idea that scientific truth and religious truth are one in the same when correctly understood.

Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lectures 11, 12, and 14
Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lectures 1-5

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A manuscript draft by Edward Hitchcock of the first five lectures included in his work "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences." Hitchcock attempts to demonstrate the relationships between religion and geology while also discussing the relationship between religion and science in general. Hitchcock examines the relationship between science and what he calls "revealed religion" and also between science and "natural religion." These lectures focus on revelation, the creation of earth, death, deluges, and the world's supposed eternity. Throughout the work Hitchcock has crossed out sections, added pages, and pasted new writing over old.

Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lectures 1-5
Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lecture 13

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A manuscript draft by Edward Hitchcock of a lecture included in his work "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences." This lecture, "The Universe a Vast Sounding and Picture Gallery" was published in the final work as the twelfth lecture, "The Telegraphic System of the Universe." Hitchcock discusses the relationship between religion and geology while also discussing the relationship between religion and science in general. This chapter focuses on the idea that mankind's actions and words make an impression on the universe, which Hitchcock attempts to prove with the principles of science.

Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lecture 13
Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lecture 7

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A manuscript draft by Edward Hitchcock of a lecture included in his work "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences." This lecture, "Unity of the Divine Plan and Operation in all Ages of the World's History," is labeled as the seventh, but it is the eighth in the final published work. Hitchcock discusses the relationship between religion and geology while also discussing the relationship between religion and science in general. This lecture focuses on the idea of a divine plan, specifically that every part of the world is a piece of a whole with nature as the body and God as the soul. Hitchcock discusses ideas of continuance, adaptation, and design to demonstrate his point that a divine plan is reconcilable with science.

Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," lecture 7
Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," conclusion

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A document by Edward Hitchcock that appears to be intended as a conclusion to his work on the religion of geology, though it was not published. This document is written as if addressing a group, and emphasizes that not only are religion and science reconcilable, but that science provides evidence of the divine. Hitchcock also includes recommendations of other works to read to pursue further understanding.

Edward Hitchcock draft, "The Religion of Geology and its Connected Sciences Illustrated," conclusion
Edward Hitchcock letter to Benjamin Silliman, 1837 April 11

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A letter to Benjamin Silliman in which Edward Hitchcock discusses his essay on fossil footmarks for the American Journal of Science, saying it will not be ready for the July issue and may not be ready even for October since he has further study to do. Hitchcock also writes about his reaction to work by Dr. [Nicholas] Wiseman on the connection between science and religion. The letter also includes a drawing of a fossil footprint impression.

Edward Hitchcock letter to Benjamin Silliman, 1837 April 11
Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1837 March 17

Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864

A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman reassures Hitchcock that their relationship will not suffer as a result of Silliman's remarks on Charles Lyell. Silliman discuses the clergy and the varying opinions these clergymen hold on geology, and also asks Hitchcock about a report on fossil footprints he is writing for the American Journal of Science.

Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1837 March 17
Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1836 October 7

Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864

A letter to Edward Hitchcok in which Benjamin Silliman quotes a passage from a letter from Robert Bakewell describing the tension between science and religious figures in England. Silliman also informs Hitchcock that he has been binding his periodicals and offers them for Hitchcock's perusal.

Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1836 October 7
Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1855 November 13

Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864

A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman asks after any new information about some fossil bones that Hitchcock has. Silliman also discusses a lecture given by Bishop John Henry Hopkins, which called many geologists infidels and said that the world was created in six days. Silliman says he will be giving lectures soon as well, stating facts that will go against Hopkins' lecture.

Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1855 November 13
Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1835 December 25

Silliman, Benjamin, 1779-1864

A letter to Edward Hitchcock in which Benjamin Silliman discusses edits to some bird track engravings intended for publication. Silliman also mentions sending Hitchcock several texts on religious and scientific subjects, including creation, a deluge, and craters.

Benjamin Silliman letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1835 December 25