Commentaries on James

Holyoke examines pastoral authority and congregational obedience in the church, delivered at the ordination of a minister in Salem with accompanying charges.

Allen identifies New England's greatest blessing as religious liberty and divine favor, preached before Boston's court of election.

Allin argues that magistracy is a Christ-ordained institution, preached before Massachusetts officials at their provincial election.

Allin interprets earthquakes as divine calls to reformation, preached during a fast following the 1727 earthquake in Massachusetts.

Cogswell delivers a sermon before Connecticut's General Assembly at their anniversary election, addressing civic and religious themes.

Converse preaches on general election day in Vermont, addressing civic responsibility and religious principles to his congregation.

Dana preaches before Connecticut's legislature at their anniversary election, drawing on classical authorities to address political and moral virtue.

Fitch explains Connecticut's council recommendations for moral reformation to address divine judgments afflicting New England.

Fitch's sermon addresses God's protective presence and calls for acknowledging divine grace and maintaining God's favor in the community.

Lockwood celebrates civil freedom and liberty while promoting patriotism and public spirit among Connecticut citizens.

Detailed commentary on James addressing practical Christian ethics, faith and works, and spiritual maturity with emphasis on moral and behavioral instruction.

A panegyric sermon celebrating King James I's accession, delivered at St. Paul's Cross on the anniversary of his coronation.

Lyman's election sermon to Massachusetts officials examining divine providence in civil governance and republican institutions.

West's 1786 sermon to Massachusetts Commonwealth leadership addresses post-Revolutionary governance, emphasizing religious and moral foundations for the new state constitution and civil order.

Manton's practical exposition of James's epistle, providing verse-by-verse commentary addressing Christian conduct, faith, and works for believers.

Allen advises those recovered from sickness to maintain spiritual health through proper conduct, preventing future divine judgment and misery.

Durham's comprehensive commentary on Revelation traces prophecies chronologically, applies historical fulfillment, and addresses future events with practical observations.

Durham's detailed exposition of the Song of Solomon explores its spiritual and theological significance through systematic commentary and interpretation.

Lockwood argues that civil prosperity depends fundamentally on religion and its practice within the community.

Calvin's commentary on James, 1-3 Peter, 1-3 John, and Jude, addressing practical Christian living and apostolic authority.

Matthew Henry's sixth volume completes his biblical commentary with Acts through Revelation, explaining apostolic history and eschatological prophecy.