| Author |
Talmage, T. De Witt (Thomas De Witt), 1832-1902 |
| Title |
New Tabernacle Sermons
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Curtis Weyant, Jeannie Howse and the PG Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"New Tabernacle Sermons" by T. De Witt Talmage is a collection of sermons delivered at the Brooklyn Tabernacle, likely penned in the late 19th century. The sermons encompass various themes within Christian doctrine, demonstrating Talmage's eloquent style and deep theological insights, addressing moral issues, spiritual strength, and societal challenges. The opening portion of the book introduces Talmage's sermon on the biblical figure Samson, a character whose immense physical strength is contrasted with his moral weaknesses. Talmage explores the duality of Samson’s nature, emphasizing that physical prowess does not equate to moral integrity. The narrative delves into Samson's relationships, particularly his betrayal by Delilah, to illustrate the consequences of misplaced strength and the importance of using one's abilities for righteous purposes. Talmage's passionate rhetoric serves to highlight broader themes of moral failing, redemption, and the need for a strong spiritual foundation, urging the audience to reflect on their own physical and spiritual responsibilities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Presbyterian Church -- Sermons
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| Subject |
Sermons, American
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14139 |
| Release Date |
Nov 24, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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