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The Christian’s dictionary; or, sure guide to divine knowledge. : Containing a full and familiar explanation of all the remarkable words made use of, in the Holy Scriptures, And in the writings of the most eminent and pious Divines, whether ancient or modern. Wherein all the various terms, phrases, titles, and allusions, are traced from their originals: The several acceptations in which they are held, are clearly pointed out, in such a manner as will enable the serious Christian to give an account of the faith that is in him, and render him wise unto salvation. In every part of this body of divinity, great care has been taken to apply the subject matter to the faith, experience, and duty of every sincere believer in the doctrines of the Gospel. The whole being a work calculated to promote the interests of religion and virtue, by conveying knowledge with simplicity, even to the most ignorant, rectifying the errors that too many are apt to run into, and representing real religion in its native colours, as taught in the sacred volume of inspiration. To which is added, a brief explication of all the proper names found in sacred scripture, including the senses wherein they were used by the ancient Jews: Every one of them being significant of some remarkable transaction, or providential event. / By the Reverend John Fleetwood, D. D. Author of the Life of Our blessed Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, &c. published by the King’s Authority. Illustrated and adorned with thirty curious and emblematical engravings, executed, from the original drawings of the celebrated Wale, by the most eminent English Artists, particularly Grignion, Walker, Taylor, and Rennoldson.
The Christian’s dictionary; or, sure guide to divine knowledge. : Containing a full and familiar explanation of all the remarkable words made use of, in the Holy Scriptures, And in the writings of the most eminent and pious Divines, whether ancient or modern. Wherein all the various terms, phrases, titles, and allusions, are traced from their originals: The several acceptations in which they are held, are clearly pointed out, in such a manner as will enable the serious Christian to give an account of the faith that is in him, and render him wise unto salvation. In every part of this body of divinity, great care has been taken to apply the subject matter to the faith, experience, and duty of every sincere believer in the doctrines of the Gospel. The whole being a work calculated to promote the interests of religion and virtue, by conveying knowledge with simplicity, even to the most ignorant, rectifying the errors that too many are apt to run into, and representing real religion in its native colours, as taught in the sacred volume of inspiration. To which is added, a brief explication of all the proper names found in sacred scripture, including the senses wherein they were used by the ancient Jews: Every one of them being significant of some remarkable transaction, or providential event. / By the Reverend John Fleetwood, D. D. Author of the Life of Our blessed Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, &c. published by the King’s Authority. Illustrated and adorned with thirty curious and emblematical engravings, executed, from the original drawings of the celebrated Wale, by the most eminent English Artists, particularly Grignion, Walker, Taylor, and Rennoldson.
Dewey Classmark
260.3
Local Shelfmark
B 260.3 FLE
Personal Author
Fleetwood, John
Publication
London : printed for J. Cooke, in Pater-noster-Row ; MDCCLXXV. [1775]
Physical Description
iv, [596]p. : lates ; 28cm. (4⁰)
Local Copy Note
BNGH copy/custodial history: on recto of frontispage is ms note of marriage of William & Susanna Challen, 1808 and birth of daughter, Joanna Challen, on June 14th, 1810. On front paste-down ms signature of William Challen, 1796. Donated by Major Frank A.O. Clark. Letter from Major Clark inserted in book.
BNGH copy/related material: See also BRO Acc. 0418/4 (Osmond family photos/papers.)
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The Christian’s dictionary; or, sure guide to divine knowledge. :
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Containing a full and familiar explanation of all the remarkable words made use of, in the Holy Scriptures, And in the writings of the most eminent and pious Divines, whether ancient or modern. Wherein all the various terms, phrases, titles, and allusions, are traced from their originals: The several acceptations in which they are held, are clearly pointed out, in such a manner as will enable the serious Christian to give an account of the faith that is in him, and render him wise unto salvation. In every part of this body of divinity, great care has been taken to apply the subject matter to the faith, experience, and duty of every sincere believer in the doctrines of the Gospel. The whole being a work calculated to promote the interests of religion and virtue, by conveying knowledge with simplicity, even to the most ignorant, rectifying the errors that too many are apt to run into, and representing real religion in its native colours, as taught in the sacred volume of inspiration. To which is added, a brief explication of all the proper names found in sacred scripture, including the senses wherein they were used by the ancient Jews: Every one of them being significant of some remarkable transaction, or providential event. /
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By the Reverend John Fleetwood, D. D. Author of the Life of Our blessed Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, &c. published by the King’s Authority. Illustrated and adorned with thirty curious and emblematical engravings, executed, from the original drawings of the celebrated Wale, by the most eminent English Artists, particularly Grignion, Walker, Taylor, and Rennoldson.
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London :
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printed for J. Cooke, in Pater-noster-Row ;
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MDCCLXXV. [1775]
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iv, [596]p. :
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lates ;
$c
28cm. (4⁰)
590##
$a
BNGH copy/custodial history: on recto of frontispage is ms note of marriage of William & Susanna Challen, 1808 and birth of daughter, Joanna Challen, on June 14th, 1810. On front paste-down ms signature of William Challen, 1796. Donated by Major Frank A.O. Clark. Letter from Major Clark inserted in book.
590##
$a
BNGH copy/related material: See also BRO Acc. 0418/4 (Osmond family photos/papers.)
