Edward Dafydd Morris Collection (9 vols.)

by Edward Dafydd Morris

Publishers:

Champlin Press; Anson D. F. Randolph & Company; A. C. Armstrong and Son

and

3 more

, 1868–1905

Overview

Gain insight into nineteenth-century Presbyterian church history with this collection of texts by Edward Dafydd Morris. A fixture at Lane Theological Seminary in Ohio for 30 years, a moderator for the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America (PC-USA), a writer and pastor, and an important player in the effort to reunite the Old and New Schools of the PC-USA, Morris’ works offer a unique perspective. This collection provides a mix of theological exposition, memoir, historical review, and discussion of the days’ hot topics—such as Charles A. Briggs’ controversial inaugural address upon his appointment to chair of biblical theology at Union Seminary in New York. With this collection you’ll get Morris’ most important works, and a representative sampling of his writing—noted for its clarity, irenic tone, and commitment to the unity and mission of the Presbyterian Church.

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Key Features

• Provides insight into nineteenth-century Presbyterian church history
• Presents a sampling of works by minister and professor, Edward Dafydd Morris
• Combines theological exposition, memoir, speeches, historical review, and more

Product Details

• Title: Edward Dafydd Morris Collection
• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Volumes: 9
• Pages: 2,130
• Christian Group: Reformed
• Resource Type: Collected Works; Topical
• Topic: Theology

Theology of the Westminster Symbols

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: Champlin Press
• Publication Date: 1900
• Pages: 888

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In one of his most important works, Theology of the Westminster Symbols, Edward Dafydd Morris “aims to set forth in systematic form the substance of the theology embodied in the series of confessional documents drafted and promulgated by the Westminster Assembly.” Discussing historical, doctrinal, and practical aspects, this volume presents the Westminster theology using the doctrinal teaching of the two catechisms, the Confession of Faith, as well as “the theological material furnished in the Form of Government and the Directory for Worship.”

Contents:

• Historical Introduction
• The Holy Scripture
• God in His Being
• God in His Activities
• Man
• Christ, the Mediator
• The Plan of Salvation
• The Process of Salvation
• The Christian Life
• The Law of God
• Civil Relations and Duties
• The Church of God
• Sacraments, Ordinances, Worship
• Eschatology
• The Westminster Assembly

A Book of Remembrance: The Presbyterian Church New School, 1837–1869, an Historical Review

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: Champlin Press
• Publication Date: 1905
• Pages: 220

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In A Book of Remembrance, Edward Dafydd Morris gives a historical overview of the New School of the Presbyterian Church in the USA during the Old School-New School controversy from 1837 through 1869.

Contents:

• American Presbyterian: Its Transplantation and Development
• The Disruption of 1837
• Genesis and Evolution: 1838–1849
• Organization and Advance: 1850–1859
• Maturity and Consummation
• The Union of 1869

Thirty Years in Lane and Other Lane Papers

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: Champlin Press
• Publication Date: 1896
• Pages: 266

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Explore the history of the American Presbyterian church with this look into Lane Theological Seminary and the life of Edward Dafydd Morris during the latter part of the nineteenth century. Minister, educator, and writer Morris taught church history and systematic theology at the Lane for 30 years—from 1867 to 1897. His Thirty Years in Lane, a paper originally read for the Lane Club in December of 1896, serves as a thoughtful memoir of his time at Lane and “a record not merely of [his] own prolonged service as professor, but also of the history of [the] beloved seminary during the latter half of its existence as a theological institution of the Presbyterian Church.” This volume also contains other relevant papers written by Morris, such as “Leaves from the Early History of Lane,” “Historical Sketch of Lane,” “The Doctrinal Platform of Our Church,” “The Theologians of Lane,” and “Memorial Tribute to Professor Allen.”

A Calm Review of the Inaugural Address of Prof. Charles A. Briggs

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: Anson D.F. Randolph & Company
• Publication Date: 1891
• Pages: 72

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In this volume, Edward Dafydd Morris reviews the controversial inaugural address given by Charles A. Briggs upon his appointment to the newly created chair of biblical theology at Union Seminary in New York. The address, “The Authority of Holy Scripture,” which was seen to challenge biblical inerrancy, sparked intense debate in the Presbyterian Church—leading to the General Assembly’s veto of his appointment and his eventual excommunication from the church for charges of heresy.

Morris takes this address as the focal point of the controversy and discusses it piece by piece, responding to Briggs’ arguments as he covers biblical inerrancy, inspiration, prophecy, miracles, and biblical theology concerning redemption, God, and man.

Is There Salvation after Death? A Treatise on the Gospel in the Intermediate State

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: A.C. Armstrong and Son
• Publication Date: 1887
• Pages: 270

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In this treatise, Edward Dafydd Morris discusses the question of salvation after death, seeking to examine “the important question here propounded, and to supply such answers as the testimonies of Scripture, the witness of Christian symbolism, the evidences drawn from Christian theology, and the tests of religious experience may combine to furnish.” He notes that “what is here proposed is a solution, practical rather than speculative, of the serious problem now presented for consideration in various quarters, whether what we term the Gospel has any place or mission in the Intermediate State.” Morris discusses numerous theories relating to the topic, and then examines Scripture, Christian symbolism, theology, and experience.

Contents:

• Introductory: The Question Stated
• Testimony of Particular Scriptures
• General Testimony of Scripture
• The Witness of Christian Symbolism
• The Witness of Christian Theology
• The Witness of Christian Experience

Ecclesiology: A Treatise on the Church and Kingdom of God on Earth

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: Charles Scribner’s Sons
• Publication Date: 1885
• Pages: 205

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This volume contains a condensed summary of a series of lectures given by Edward Dafydd Morris at Lane Theological Seminary, giving a concise outline of ecclesiology. Morris begins with a discussion of the church’s history and mission, and moves on to cover principle aspects of doctrine, membership, government, discipline, unity, and growth.

Contents:

• The Church in the Divine Plan
• The Impersonal Constituents of the Church: Its Doctrines, Its Sacraments, Its Ordinances
• The Personal Constituents of the Church: Its Members, Its Officers
• The Church as a Divine Kingdom: Government, Polities, Discipline
• The Church in Human Society: Its Unity, Its Growth, Its Relations

Inaugural Discourses of Professors Morris and Nelson

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: Elm Street Printing Company
• Publication Date: 1868
• Pages: 52

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This brief volume contains addresses given by Edward Dafydd Morris upon his inauguration as professor of ecclesiastical history and church polity, and by Henry A. Nelson upon his inauguration as professor of systematic and pastoral theology, at Lane Theological Seminary. Morris’ address, “The Supernatural Quality of the Church of God” discusses the church as a divine organization and the implications of this supernatural quality. In Nelson’s address, “The Relations of Christian Truth to Christian Life,” he expounds upon how the gospel relates and affects the entirety of life in Christ, covering Christian experience, activity, and liberty. This volume also includes a historical sketch of Lane Theological Seminary and a treasurer’s report.

A Friendly Talk about Revision: Being a Discussion of the Report Presented to the Last General Assembly

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: Anson D.F. Randolph & Company
• Publication Date: 1891
• Pages: 88

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In this volume, Presbyterian minister and professor Edward Dafydd Morris presents a summary and examination of “the Report as now commended by the General Assembly to the thoughtful study of the whole Church.” Morris’ general object is “to explain, to commend, and so far as needful to protect the proposed revision from misapprehension and from unjust opposition.” Morris discusses the need to revise the Westminster Standards, examining why and how the Presbyterian Church is “attempt[ing] to restate in confessional terms a doctrinal system acknowledged to be so complete in itself, and so well expressed already in our Presbyterian symbols,” as discussed at the General Assembly of 1891.

Outlines of Lectures on the Christian Doctrine

• Author: Edward Dafydd Morris
• Publisher: Lane Theological Seminary
• Publication Date: 1890
• Pages: 70

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Originally prepared for students at Lane Theological Seminary, this brief volume provides outlines of Edward Dafydd Morris’ lectures on Christian doctrine.

Contents:

• Introduction: The Idea and Fact of Revelation
• Theology Proper: The Christian Doctrine concerning God
• Anthropology: The Christian Doctrine concerning Man
• Paternity: The Person and Work of God the Father
• Soteriology: The Person and Work of God the Son
• Pneumatology: The Person and Work of God the Spirit
• Ecclesiology: The Church and Kingdom of God on Earth Eschatology: The Christian Doctrine Concerning the Future

About Edward Dafydd Morris

Edward Dafydd Morris (1825–1915) was a Presbyterian pastor and professor of church history. Morris was born in Utica, New York, and educated at Yale and Auburn Theological Seminary, graduating in 1849 and 1852, respectively. He served as pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church in Auburn, New York, from 1852 to 1855, and the Second Presbyterian Church of Columbus, Ohio, from 1855 to 1867. Moving on to Lane Theological Seminary in 1867, Morris was appointed professor of church history and polity. In 1874, he became the chair of systematic theology, where he served until 1897. He served as the moderator for the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America in 1875, and was involved in efforts to reunite the Old and New Schools of the PC-USA.