Samuel Rutherford And Some Of His Correspondents

""Samuel Rutherford and Some of His Correspondents"" is a book by Alexander Whyte that consists of a series of lectures delivered at St. George's Free Church in Edinburgh. The book focuses on the life and work of Samuel Rutherford, a Scottish Presbyterian theologian and pastor who lived in the 17th century. Rutherford is best known for his letters, which are considered some of the most important works of devotional literature in the English language. The lectures in this book explore Rutherford's life and ministry, as well as his correspondence with other notable figures of his time, including John Owen, John Milton, and Oliver Cromwell. Whyte provides a detailed analysis of Rutherford's letters, examining their theological and spiritual significance, and exploring the ways in which they continue to inspire and encourage Christians today. Throughout the book, Whyte emphasizes the importance of Rutherford's legacy, arguing that his writings offer valuable insights into the nature of God, the role of faith in the Christian life, and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. Overall, ""Samuel Rutherford and Some of His Correspondents"" is a thought-provoking and inspiring work that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the role of faith in contemporary society, or the power of devotional literature to shape our lives and beliefs.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.