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The Life Of Archibald Alexander, First Professor In The Theological Seminary At Princeton

AUTHOR Alexander, James W.
PUBLISHER Kessinger Publishing (04/10/2007)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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""The Life of Archibald Alexander, First Professor in the Theological Seminary at Princeton"" is a biography of Archibald Alexander, a prominent figure in American Presbyterianism during the 19th century. Written by James W. Alexander, the book details Alexander's life from his birth in Virginia in 1772 to his death in 1851, tracing his journey from a rural upbringing to becoming a leading intellectual and religious figure in the United States. The book explores Alexander's role in establishing the Princeton Theological Seminary, where he served as the first professor and played a major role in shaping the institution's curriculum and philosophy. It also delves into his contributions to the broader Presbyterian Church, including his work as a pastor, writer, and theologian. Through extensive research and analysis of Alexander's personal papers and correspondence, James W. Alexander provides a comprehensive portrait of a man who devoted his life to the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of his faith. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of American religious history, as well as anyone interested in the life and legacy of Archibald Alexander.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.
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ISBN-13: 9781432527327
ISBN-10: 1432527320
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 576
Carton Quantity: 14
Product Dimensions: 6.00 x 1.28 x 9.00 inches
Weight: 1.84 pound(s)
Country of Origin: US
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Biography & Autobiography | Religious
Biography & Autobiography | Educators
Dewey Decimal: B
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""The Life of Archibald Alexander, First Professor in the Theological Seminary at Princeton"" is a biography of Archibald Alexander, a prominent figure in American Presbyterianism during the 19th century. Written by James W. Alexander, the book details Alexander's life from his birth in Virginia in 1772 to his death in 1851, tracing his journey from a rural upbringing to becoming a leading intellectual and religious figure in the United States. The book explores Alexander's role in establishing the Princeton Theological Seminary, where he served as the first professor and played a major role in shaping the institution's curriculum and philosophy. It also delves into his contributions to the broader Presbyterian Church, including his work as a pastor, writer, and theologian. Through extensive research and analysis of Alexander's personal papers and correspondence, James W. Alexander provides a comprehensive portrait of a man who devoted his life to the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of his faith. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of American religious history, as well as anyone interested in the life and legacy of Archibald Alexander.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.
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