Not deep, but drumlie
This one’s from John “Rabbi” Duncan: “… As to writing, in this age of magniloquence I would advise every one … Continue reading Not deep, but drumlie
In terms of a response
A couple of definitions for “wordsmith”: 1. A fluent and prolific writer, especially one who writes professionally. 2. An expert … Continue reading In terms of a response
Lucid Brevity
“I Remember that when three years ago we had a friendly converse as to the best mode of expounding Scripture, … Continue reading Lucid Brevity
Lumbering Literary Gait
“Finally, a word about the style of this work. There is no denying that Owen is heavy and hard to … Continue reading Lumbering Literary Gait
A Continent of Mud
“John Owen has vigorous thoughts, but the baldest style I know. But better rough speech than an oleaginous style. If … Continue reading A Continent of Mud
Bunyan on the Strait Gate
From John Bunyan’s, The Strait Gate: (7.) God showed his servant Ezekiel how few there would be saved in his … Continue reading Bunyan on the Strait Gate
An Adiaphoran Bore
“The neighbors also came out to see him run; and as he ran, some mocked, others threatened; and some cried … Continue reading An Adiaphoran Bore
a’Brakel on the antichrist
“Among the enemies which the church has here upon earth,the antichrist is the most significant and primary cause of all … Continue reading a’Brakel on the antichrist
True Distinguishing Marks of the Church (1)
“Having refuted the false distinguishing marks, we shall now proceed to present the true distinguishing marks which will manifest themselves … Continue reading True Distinguishing Marks of the Church (1)
Distinguishing Marks not Applicable to the Church (3)
“Fifthly, the succession of bishops and other members of the clergy is deemed to be as such a distinguishing mark. … Continue reading Distinguishing Marks not Applicable to the Church (3)
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