'without holiness no man can see the Lord,' and that this holiness is the natural fruit of acceptable faith, is illustrated in all its practical importance, and with the hand of a master. Of the writer we only know that he is the pastor of the church in which the lamented Dr Abbott, of Beverly, spent the earlier years of his ministry. And we can only say, that if these sermons are a specimen of the general spirit and tendency of his preaching, we should welcome any other productions of his pen as valuable aids to the cause of practical Christianity. 46. Outlines of the History of Ancient Rome, embracing its Antiquities; on the Plan of the Kev. David Blair. Adapted to the Use of Schools in the United States. With Engravings. Boston. S. G. Goodrich. 1828. 18mo. pp. 312. 47. Outlines of the History of England on the Plan of the Rev. David Blair. Adapted to the Use of Schools in the United States. With Engravings. Boston. S. G. Goodrich. 1828. 18mo. pp. 391. THESE works are part of a series of histories for the use of schools, on the general plan of the books for education published in England, as the works of the Rev. David Blair. Though this prolific writer is understood to be altogether a fictitious personage, the superiority of his works gave them an extensive circulation in England, and has led to the republication of some of them here. The books before us, however, are original, and are divided into periods, or epochs, marked by certain prominent events, at the close of each of which, we have sketches of the lives of distinguished characters, and general views of manners and customs. Striking descriptions, and lively details, are occasionally thrown in, to give interest to the study, and impress the important events with which they are associated, on the memory. Questions are added to assist teachers in the examination of their pupils. The division of history into epochs, or periods, for the purposes of instruction, has been objected to as being artificial and unprofitable. But it seems to us not only the most natural, but the most effectual method of fixing different occurrences permanently in the mind. On the whole, we recommend these works as being in general as happily suited to the purposes of instruction as any within our knowledge. INTELLIGENCE. Unitarian Mission at Calcutta.-To the Editor of the Christian Examiner. 'SIR,-By a recent arrival from Calcutta, I have learned that Mr Adam has retired from the missionary service there, and has returned to a secular employment. I am looking for a letter from England, on the receipt of which I shall probably be able to give you full information on the subject. I will now only add, that, much as I feel that this event is to be regretted, Mr Adam will not, in consequence of it, in any measure lose the respect and confidence of his friends. Respectfully, JOSEPH TUCKERMAN.' Dedication in Quincy.-On Wednesday, November 12th, the new Congregational Church in Quincy was solemnly dedicated to the service of God. Introductory Prayer by the Rev. North Bridgewater; Address to the Church and Society by the Rev. Mr Huntoon of Canton; Concluding Pray. er by the Rev. Mr Kent of Duxbury. Ordination in Hubbardston.-On Thursday, November 13th, the Rev. Abner D. Jones was ordained Pastor of the First Congregational Church and Society in Hubbardston. Introductory Prayer by the Rev. Mr Clark of Princeton; Selections from Scripture by the Rev. Mr Osgood of Sterling; Sermon by the Rev. Dr Thayer of Lancaster. Ordaining Prayer by the Rev. Mr Thompson of Barre; Charge by the Rev. Mr Harding of New Salem; Right Hand of Fellowship by the Rev. Mr Lincoln of Fitchburg; Address by the Rev. Mr Wellington of Templeton; Concluding Prayer by the Rev. Mr Hill of Worcester. OBITUARY. DIED, in Boston, November 18th, 1828, Mrs LOUISA GREELE, wife of Deacon Samuel Greele, aged 36. The departed speak to the world they have left with an eloquence and a power which flows not from living tongues. In this beginning place of existence, all human excellence is still imperfect; but when this excellence has gone hence forever, we are not disposed to retain in our keeping the thought that it was imperfect. We would bury the frailties of our friends when we consign their bodies to the dust. Their characters visit our remembrance, purified and sacred; and like messengers from a better world, they inspire us with the love, if not persuade us to the practice of virtue. It is thus we think of the departed friend whose name we have mentioned. But the recollections of her has an unusually prevailing influence, for it is no ordinary character that she has left to our contemplation. Mrs Greele possessed native traits of mind and manners, and some shining acquirements, which gave her superior attractions in social intercourse. These gifts of nature and circumstance, we pass over, to dwell on those religious and moral characteristics which are the deep and everlasting foundations of happiness. Our friend was distinguished for uncommon rectitude in her purposes and conduct. And this rectitude was of that highest, holiest kind, which springs from clear, rational thinking, and cheerful views of God, religion, and duty. She did right, because so to do is conforming to the great law of the universe; is acting in accordance with those immutable principles which the great Father of all has established for the good of his children. Another very striking trait was benevolence. The second grand law of Christianity was written on her heart, was most fully interpreted in all her relations with the world around her. It was not in regard to dear kindred and particular friendships only, that she laid aside self; her kindly sympathies, her active philanthropy reached through all degrees of acquaintance, all grades of rank, to the remotest circle of human condition. There are those who remember long, patient watchings, and, as it were, all a sister's tender solicitude, over the, sick bed of the comparative stranger. There are those, who, discouraged in prospects, and forlorn in heart, found in her house a welcome, and in her sympathy a rekindling of hope, a renewal of power to go forth and endeavour again. Her benevolence extended beyond mere general kind attentions. She possessed the peculiar faculty of entering into all those many little circumstances that have the keeping of the secret places of one's peace; and she could therefore sorrow with the sorrowing and rejoice with the rejoicing, to a far greater degree than most who cannot thus draw forth the more inward heart. What are deemed the proprieties of etiquette, and the dignity of rank, often withhold many from kind deeds or benevolent tokens; but when a heart might be made happier, she forgot factitious distinctions, in the feeling that to all called human belongs one common nature. She was most surely one of those examples of christian charity, one of those imitators of Heaven, whose regards, like the sunlight, fall on all within reach. Notwithstanding all her engaging and excellent qualities, few thought more humbly of themselves. She was very diffident of her powers of pleasing, and with true sincerity she greatly undervalued the merits of her heart and her life. Such was the lamented one, who, under sudden and violent disease, cheer fully resigned herself to death, sustained by a trust in God and a hope of heaven. We have omitted to mention many minuter traits in her character and peculiar circumstances in her life, which serve as lasting mementos to her friends. We have presented excellencies which should interest all, because all should strive for the same.-We think that this is no undue eulogium. But how ever we may have wrought the portrait, it is still the reader's duty to transfer its striking features to the tablet of his own character. DIED, in Charlestown, N. H. December 2, 1828, Miss ELIZA ANN DELANO, aged 24. She She The early departure of this excellent young woinan has been the occasion of no ordinary sorrow. She was distinguished by the most estimable qualities both of mind and heart. With an understanding of a high order, and cultivated with care, she united those amiable virtues, which peculiarly endeared her to her relations and particular friends; and rendered her an object of interest to all, who enjoyed the privilege of her acquaintance. was also an example of cheerful, rational, and fervent piety. Though her cheerfulness was occasionally interrupted by the variableness of this shadowy scene; yet soon would the intervening cloud be dispelled by reflections from those higher and brighter objects which clouds are unable to reach. However her feelings might vary with regard to other objects, her religion was uniformly associated with cheerfulness. regarded her Maker as a father; and could look to him with the confidence, which such a relation inspires. Guided by religious principles, she arrived at the hope of the righteous, which is gladness; and it did not forsake her in the closing scene. Her reason frequently wandered; but during all her rational intervals she enjoyed that hope, which is emphatically the anchor of the soul. She was eminently one of those, who live not unto themselves. It was her delight to do good unto all, as she had opportunity. Exhibiting virtue in its most engaging form, she exerted a peculiar, and most salutary influence on the young. Her lessons of instruction to the younger part of the family of which she was a member, and to others committed to her care, she enforced by showing herself a pattern of good works. Those, who view her in what she was,' can look forward without any fearful apprehensions to what she is; for there is a reward for the righteous. END OF THE FIRST SERIES. |
