love which never gives way to anger or cruelty. Such an authority, once established, would instantly change the character of the present generation, and make all our children more orderly and more virtuous, and give us better reason to hope for their happiness and usefulness than we now have. "MORAL JUSTICE OF UNIVERSALISM." We have received a work, bearing the above title, from the pen of Br. L. C. Todd. Br. Todd is well known to our readers as a man of a strong and an original mind, and a forcible writer. He is also very extensively known from the fact, that he once renounced Universalism, and published a book against it. In a sketch of his life, prefixed to the work before us, we have the details of that renunciation; its causes, and the reasons of his return to the truth. We have not time to enumerate particulars. Br. Todd's renunciation has been heralded through the whole country as proof of the dreadful falsity of Universalism ! Those who know him regard him as a man of strict honesty, and believe him right in attributing his renunciation to deep depression of spirits, caused by ill health. The work is an 18mo. of about 200 pages. It is divided into chapThe following are the subjects discussed : ters. CHAPTER I.-The moral nature of Justice defined and illustrated. CHAPTER III.-For what purpose did Jesus Christ come into the world? CHAPTER IV.-For what purpose did Christ die? The common notion of the Atonement refuted; and the true object of the Saviour's death explained. CHAPTER V.-What is the use of repentance and reformation, if all are to be punished as much as they deserve? CHAPTER VI.-What is meant in the Bible by forgiveness of sins, if Justice must go into full execution? CHAPTER VII.-Man's Moral Constitution; origin of moral evil; hereditary total depravity; the object and design of his exposure to sin and its consequences. CHAPTER VIII.-Imaginary and Christian regeneration considered. CHAPTER IX.-Does sin always punish itself, by its own action on the sinner, to the full extent of Justice? CHAPTER X.-The Judgment of the world by Jesus Christ. CHAPTER XI.-Of future existence; the Resurrection; and Future Retribution. CHAPTER XII.-The impossibility of Endless Punishment; and the practical, moral, and political tendency and bearing of Universalism and Partialism considered. The work will soon be for sale by Mr. Tompkins, and we advise our readers to obtain it. They will find it one of the best books they eve read. INJUSTICE OF THE CHRISTIAN REFLECTOR ! We know not when we have seen so gross an injustice done to a body of Christians, as is done to our denomination in the following brief paragraphs, which we copy from the Christian Reflector, a Baptist paper of this city. It was what we did not expect from that Journal, for we had thought that it was intended to be eonducted in fairness, and that its editors would scorn to resort to those unchristian misrepresentations, which have so often disgraced many sectarian periodicals. "UNITARIANS AND UNIVERSALISTS.-As evidence of a growing union between these two bodies, we present the following from the Christian Register, a Unitarian paper, in reference to a late Universalist Convention held in Boston : "In the meanwhile, we would remark that it appears from the account in the Trumpet, that a spirit of charity, of zeal and of piety, was eminently manifested in these meetings. This great and growing denomination are rapidly elevating the standard of their sentiments and aims. They are striving to promote the cause of education, of Christian morality and of practical seriousness and piety. They are engaged with an unsurpassed zeal in the advocacy of liberal principles, and in proclaiming the Father's and the Saviour's infinite love. Just views of a future righteous retribution are prevailing among them. They regard us with respect and confidence, and are advancing rapidly towards an agreement with us in all essential matters of doctrine and sentiment.' "It may be as difficult for our readers as it is for us, to understand how denying a portion of the Bible can promote practical seriousness and piety.' Must it not be like 'striving' against the current?" There, reader, that is from the Christian Reflector! What portion of the Bible do Universalists deny? Not any portion, and the writer who penned the false statement knows that we do not! Does he reply, The Bible teaches the eternity of misery. We reply, that is disputed by us; but in disputing it we not deny the passages usually adduced in proof of such misery; we only deny the popular interpretations of those passages. The Orthodox Congregationalists deny the interpretations which the Baptists give of the texts which speak of baptism. But would the Baptists say the Congregationalists deny a part of the Bible? The Baptists deny our interpretation of the texts on which rests the proof of universal salvation; but would it be fair and honest for us to say they deny a part of the Bible? If such a course is right, each sect may accuse all others of denying a part of the Bible! We object not to manly discussion; we are willing the Baptists should bring forth their strong reasons against Universalism; we will not like them the less for that. We ever feel free to oppose all doc trines that we consider false. The Baptists hold many which we believe are utterly false. We object with abhorrence the doctrines of vicarious atonement, total depravity, election and reprobation, and endless misery. We consider them unscriptural, and at war with all the Bible says of God and his government, of man and his salvation by Jesus Christ. But though the Baptists hold to these false doctrines, they profess to believe the Bible; and they appeal to it in proof of their views; and if under such circumstances we were to say they deny a portion of God's word, we should consider that we had uttered a gross slander! When will opposing sects learn to treat each other with Christian fairness? When will they be honest in speaking of each other's faith and measures? When will the day come that any can obtain a true idea of the opinions and condition of Universalists, from the representations of their opponents? How long is the human mind to labor under the delusive idea that the cause of a holy God, can be aided by misrepresentation? MRS. C. A. JERAULD. Among the papers of this distinguished female writer was found the following article, addressed to the editor of the Miscellany. We take pleasure in presenting it to our readers. THE EARLY DEAD. BY MRS. C. A. JERAULD. O blest is the lot of the early dead, Who have gone from our midst with a noiseless tread ! Is their couch of rest in the churchyard-green! They have passed away from the noise and strife, They have followed the path which the Saviour trod, The early dead! they have passed away Ere a cloud of sorrow arose to dim The gems of hope on life's fountain-brim, Ere the shadows of falsehood had darkened round, Ere sin had come with its withering blight, While their steps were light, and their hearts were gay, O blessed are they who in youth depart, THE PRESIDENCY OF HARVARD COLLEGE. It affords us great pleasure to learn that the Hon. Edward Everett has accepted the nomination to the presidency of Harvard University. The friends of the University have for years been unanimous in the opinion that he would be the man to succeed President Quincy; and were it now left to them, he would be elected by acclamation. Some narrow sectarists, who think more of their creed than the good of society, and who would rather see the University deserted than not to have it a sectarian institution, will, no doubt, object to Mr. Everett ; but the people generally, of all denominations, would most heartily concur in his appointment. As a scholar, we presume that Mr. Everett has, in this country, but few equals. Besides, his residence in Europe, and the society in which he has moved, both in Europe and America, have been well calculated to fit him for the presidency. His superior talents, his high attainments, his finished and graceful eloquence, his gentlemanly manners, and the fidelity and ability with which he has filled the various responsible offices which he has held, have given him a popularity which but few men enjoy; and we believe his appointment would be hailed throughout our country with rejoicing. DURBIN'S OBSERVATIONS IN THE EAST. We have received a copy of this splendid work from B. B. Mussey, Cornhill. It is ably written, and embellished by large number of elegant engravings. An extended notice will be inserted in our next No. THINGS THAT ARE INTOLERABLE. 1. It is intolerable to see two ministers sit in meeting, and, instead of listening to the preacher, disturb those about them by whispering! 2. It is intolerable to see a minister take a book and begin to read as soon as the sermon has commenced! 3. It is intolerable to see a minister sit and pair his finger nails with his knife, during the delivery of a sermon ! MONTHLY RECORD. REMOVALS.-Br. J. S. Palmer has removed to Copley, Ohio; Br. A. W. Mason to Hoosick Falls, N. Y.; Br. G. T. Flanders to St. Louis, Mo.; Br. A. R. Abbot to Bath, N. H.; Br. J. Sargent to [Barnard, Vt.; Br. J. Aspinwall to Saratoga Springs, N. Y.; Br. E. Wellington to Patten, Me. PAPERS.-The Western Universalist has been removed to Idianapolis, Ind. It is a semi-monthly, published in the quarto form, and edited by Brs. E. Manford and J. H. Jordan. It is a good paper, neatly printed and well conducted. The Magazine and Advocate, published at Utica, N. Y., by A. Walker, at $1,50 per annum, is an old veteran in the cause. It is well printed, and ably edited by Br. D. Skinner, one of our most experienced writers. Brs. S. R. Smith, J. M. Austin, A. B. Grosh, and A. C. Barry are assistant editors. We always read the Magazine with high satisfaction. It is about to enter upon a new volume. The Christian Messenger, published at New York, by L. Stickney & Co., and edited by Br. P. Price, has just entered upon a new volume. Br. Price is assisted by Brs. Balch, Thayer, Parker, and Lyon. They make a first rate paper. Price $2,00 per annum. The Western Luminary, published at Rochester, N. Y., by Br. C. Hammond, at $1,00 per annum, will enter, in a few weeks, upon à new volume. Br. H., in addition to his own able contributions, has the promise of assistance from several of our best writers. Brs. J. Chase, J. Whitney, S. Goff, and J. S. Brown are assistant editors. NEW SOCIETY.—A society was organized in Shermon, Ohio, a few weeks since. DEDICATIONS.-A meeting-house, erected in Webster, N. Y., was dedicated Nov. 12th. Sermon by Br. L. L. Spalding. The house is 34 by 46 feet. Samaritan Chapel is the name of a small hall opened for the Free Church in Boston. It was dedicated Oct. 28th. INSTALLATIONS.-Br. T. B. Thayer was installed in Brooklyn, N. Y., Nov. 1st. Sermon by Br. W. S. Balch. Br. L. C. Browne was installed in Norwich, Ct., Nov. 5th. Sermon by Br. T. B. Thayer. RECOGNITION.-A church was recognized in Brooklyn, N. Y., Oct. 19th. Sermon by Br. M. Ballou. A church has recently been organized in Bellhaven, Va. MONUMENT TO BR. GRISWOLD.-A monument has recently been erected over the grave of Br. Griswold, late of Dudley, Mass., commemorative of his worth and the esteem in which he was held by the people of his late charge. A public meeting was holden in Dudley on the 15th of October, and appropriate services performed. An address on the character and merits of our departed brother was delivered by H. B. Soule. THE HANGMAN.-The paper bearing this inappropriate name, and published by Brs. C. and J. M. Spear, has received a new title. It is now called "The Prisoner's Friend." It is well conducted, and worthy an extensive patronage. |