Matthew Henry: The Bible, Prayer, and Piety


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Three hundred years after his death, Matthew Henry (1662–1714) remains arguably the best known expositor of the Bible in English, due largely to his massive six-volume Exposition of the Old and New Testaments. However, Henry's famous commentary is by no means the only expression of his engagement with the Scriptures. His many sermons and works on Christian piety - including the still popular Method for Prayer - are saturated with his peculiarly practical approach to the Bible. To mark the tercentenary of Henry's death, Matthew A. Collins and Paul Middleton have brought together notable historians, theologians, and biblical scholars to celebrate his life and legacy. Representing the first serious examination of Henry's body of work and approach to the Bible, Matthew Henry: The Bible, Prayer, and Piety opens a scholarly conversation about the place of Matthew Henry in the eighteenth-century nonconformist movement, his contribution to the interpretation of the Bible, and his continued legacy in evangelical piety.




Christian Treasury


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The Eclectic Review


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The Life of the Rev. Philip Henry, A.M.: With Funeral Sermons for Mr. and Mrs. Henry


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This moving account of the life of Reverend Philip Henry and his wife offers a valuable window into the world of 17th century Puritanism. Written by Philip's son, the well-known Biblical commentator Matthew Henry, this book includes funeral sermons for both Philip and his wife, and provides a rich and detailed account of their lives, ministries, and the times in which they lived. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church and the roots of evangelical Protestantism. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.