Lectures on Theology, vols. 1 & 2

by John Dick

Publisher:

M. W. Dodd

, 1850

Overview

The lectures that compose this book were read by John Dick to his students at the Theological Seminary of the United Associate Church, where he served as professor of systematic divinity. Professor Dick was known for his assiduous preparation for each lecture, writing numerous drafts before settling on their final shape and meaning. After his death, his son found that these lectures needed almost no editing and set out to have them published. From its first printing, Dick’s Lectures on Theology was endorsed by theologians and pastors all over Scotland and England, and soon the lectures were being read all over the world. This resource contains 105 lectures from this revered preacher and professor.

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Key Features

• Memoir of the Rev. John Dick, DD
• Preface to the American edition
• Extensive notes and appendixes

Contents

Top Highlights

“Supernatural theology is the system of religion which is contained in the Holy Scriptures; and it is called supernatural, because the knowledge of it is not derived from reason, but from divine revelation.” (Volume 1, Page 9)

“It may be defined to be the science which treats of God, his nature, his attributes, his counsels, his works, and his dispensations towards the human race.” (Volume 1, Page 8)

“in the construction of the tabernacle and its furniture, so we should consecrate our learning to the service of God” (Volume 1, Page 14)

“Theology literally signifies, a discourse concerning God” (Volume 1, Page 8)

“supplications with his studies, cannot fail to succeed” (Volume 1, Page 12)

Praise for the Print Edition

The lectures of the late Rev. Dr. John Dick are a valuable accession to our theological literature. One of the best works of systematic theology in the English language.

—Archibald Alexander, professor, Princeton Theological Seminary

Product Details

• Title: Lectures on Theology vols. 1 & 2
• Author: John Dick
• Publisher: M. W. Dodd
• Publication Date: 1850
• Pages: 532

About John Dick

John Dick was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, in 1764. He was licensed to preach in 1785, and his community immediately noticed the elegance of his sermons and the eloquence of his delivery. He was soon ordained and appointed to a congregation in the village of Slateford. For 15 years he remained in Slateford, next moving to Glasgow to head another church. In 1815 he received his Doctor of Divinity, and in 1820 he was appointed theological professor to the Associate Synod. He was appointed president of the Auxiliary Bible Society of Glasgow in 1832.