Life Of Ebenezer Erskine (1881)

The Life of Ebenezer Erskine, written by Jean L. Watson and published in 1881, is a biography of the prominent Scottish minister and theologian, Ebenezer Erskine. The book provides a detailed account of Erskine's life, from his early years as a student at the University of Edinburgh to his later years as a pastor and leader of the Scottish Secession Church.The biography explores Erskine's religious beliefs and his role in the development of the Secession Church, a Presbyterian denomination that broke away from the established Church of Scotland in the 18th century. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage, family, and friendships with other prominent figures of the time.Throughout the book, Watson provides insights into the social and political context of Scotland during Erskine's lifetime, including the religious tensions and conflicts that shaped the country's history. The biography also includes excerpts from Erskine's sermons and writings, giving readers a sense of his theological views and his influence on the religious landscape of Scotland.Overall, The Life of Ebenezer Erskine is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of Scotland's most influential religious figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.