perintendence, counsel, and prayer, it is necessary to furnish youth at school with interesting, innocent, and improving recreation for their leisure hours. While the body requires vigorous exercise, the mind should have its voluntary and amusing pursuits; and he serves the next age effectually who gives an improved and elevated tone to the mental satisfactions of our juvenile population.

Miss E. Spreckley's Memoirs, on this view, may be useful, though we question if much beyond mere local interest can be excited by so extended a detail, when nothing very remarkable occurred in her history. She was evidently pious, and her religious exercises were appropriate to her period of life and her secluded walk. Extracts from diaries should be sparingly made, and a prudent avoidance of reiteration of the same phrases and feelings should be studied. Wisdom would then, oftener than she is, be justified of her children.

Dr. Cox has served his generation according to the will of God in preserving from the oblivious stream the valuable remains of Miss Tomes, and has rendered prominent in the memoir that feature of genuine piety, which is to be observed from its earliest to its last developments—the anxiety felt by the redeemed to rescue others, or to advance their sanctity, especially of kindred according to the flesh. The solicitude this amiable young lady expresses for a beloved sister, appears in a letter, from which the following is an extract. She had recently joined the Church of Christ, and her sister had, before that date, given herself to the Lord, in a perpetual covenant not to be forgotten. Ought it not, my beloved Sarah, to be to us a source of constant joy to reflect that we have been permitted to assume the name of Christ, and though so utterly unworthy to enjoy all the privileges of his favoured Sion, may we, as children, walk worthily of the vocation wherewith we are called, and adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. May we be ornaments to our profession, and remember that the Scriptures represent professors as lights in the world, before which they are to shine. This command is given: 'Let your light so shine before men, that

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they, seeing your good works, may glorify your Father which is in heaven."" It is pleasant to discover how piety refines and invigorates our social attachments. We are all really what we are relatively. Such as wish well to the young should impress on their minds the just appreciation, and the conscientious exemplification of domestic virtues.

The perils of the day are specific. It may be feared that the next generation may furnish abundant supplies of Sunday school teachers, Missionary collectors, and public female, as well as male functionaries in the best of causes, but lamentably exigent in such as shall be plants grown up in their youth, and corner stones polished after the similitude of a palace; steadfast, useful, ornamental, and holding in unity, firmness, and beauty our domestic establishments. We would by no means depreciate more active or public engagements, but of them it may be said, "These ye ought to have done, and not to have left the others undone." For, our own part, a piety which is "not shown at home," does not appear to be that which St. Paul recommended, especially to the more amiable sex.

The Sermon appended to the Memoir is “a friendly visit to the house of mourning," and whilst it powerfully inculcates the duty of resignation, will produce acquiescence under the more painful dispensations of Providence, and assist sufferers to say in the words of the judiciously selected text, "He hath done all things well."

The two other articles specified at the head of this notice, are well worthy of perusal. When a parent expatiates on the worth of a departed child, and that child is a daughter, our sympathies and our affections are so excited, that criticism has no place, and we appreciate very highly the motive, as in this case we do also the manner, of raising a memorial to one who might have been spared to weep beside a parent's bier, and to say, "Alas! my father!

"Heaven gives us friends to bless the present scene,

Resumes them to prepare us for the next."

Master W. Henry Lacon's record

is introduced to our notice by many recommendations-the name he bore, in consequence of descent from those renowned worthies, Philip and Matthew Henry, men to whom the church of God is inexpressibly indebted-the circumstance of his having been educated under the efficient and vigilant superintendance of our quondam fellow student, Dr. Clunie, of Manchester, beloved for his own and his excellent father's sake the very admirable sermon by the pastor and friend of the youth, the Rev. J. Kelly -and lastly, the Memoir itself, from the pen of his relative, to whom the public is already under much obligation. What parents must endure, who lose a son in his nineteenth year, so full of the blossoms of fair promise, can scarcely be conceived. Their sorrows are such as to meet with no adequate relief, but in the consolations of the Gospel; and they, be it remembered, are all sufficient.

A manual like this well-printed memorial, should be put into the possession of our youth in the more respectable ranks of life. Upon them, the expectations of the church are fixed. In contemplating the tender years of infancy, we exclaim, amidst all the remote uncertainties of future days, What manner of child shall this be? But in advancing years solicitude assumes another and a more painful character, and we see our beloved son is set for the fall and rising of many in Israel, and for a sign which shall be spoken against; yea, a sword pierces through our souls. Prayer is our solace, and will be the means of accomplishing our hopes. May such as are now plants of promise become plants of renown, trees of the Lord's own right hand planting, that he may be glorified. Let thy work, O Lord, appear unto thy servants, and thy glory unto their children; and let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish thou the work of our hands upon us, yea the work of our hands establish thou it.

Terms of Union. Remarks addressed to the Members of the British and Foreign Bible Society. By Joseph John Gurney. Norwich, Wilkin and Fletcher. London, Seeley and Sons.

THIS pamphlet, proceeding from the pen of an intelligent member of the

Society of Friends, on the subject of the late secession from the noblest Philanthropic Institute the world can boast, is well worthy the attention of the Christian public. It is clear, pointed, and convincing, and does honour to the head and heart of its amiable and respected author.

Mr. Gurney, in his first section "On the Lawfulness of Socinian Cooperation in the Bible Society," deduces, we think satisfactorily, from the word of God, the following conclusions:

"1. That it is unlawful for any body of orthodox Christians to maintain a fellowship in the church, with persons of a vicious character, or with those who are proved to be unbelievers in the fundamental doctrines of the Gospel; and farther, that it is the duty of individual Christians to abstain, as far as possible, from an intimate association with those whose society has a tendency either to injure their morals, or to sap their faith.

"2. That, on the other hand, the Scriptures clearly allow such an intercourse with persons of every character and creed, as is necessary, in the order of providence, for the common purposes of life; and more especially, that as a general principle, it is lawful to accept the honest assistance of any man living, in doing unquestionable good."--p. 14.

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Section II. is devoted to the "Prothe Bible Society," which, if adopted, posed change in the Constitution of less," and "destructive." In the third he argues, would be " unjust," section, the "Propriety of joining the Trinitarian Bible Society" is considered, and the sentiments contained in the following paragraph, upon this point, are deserving of the most serious attention. Mr. Gurney argues that a doctrinal test, leads to the inevitable inference, that the union to which it introduces, is nothing less than a Christian brotherhood—a direct religious fellowship.

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Accordingly, the union of the members of the Trinitarian Bible Society, is universally understood and openly declared to be of this specific character. What then are the religious terms on which a participation in such an union is permitted by the Trinitarian Bible Society? They are two, and two only-first that the applicant for membership be a Protestant; and secondly, that he acknowledge his belief in the Trinity. "It is a principle universally under

stood, that laws which ordain particular restrictions, confer, by the very act, a general liberty-the liberty which they allow being just as clear and certain as the restrictions which they impose. If, for example, it were enacted, in the formation of a government, that no persons under thirty years of age, should belong to the legislature, and if this were the sole restriction applying to the point, it would follow of course that all persons above that age, of whatsoever character or condition, would be eligible as legislators. "The law which fixes the terms of membership in the Trinitarian Bible Society is precisely of this nature, and the particular restrictions which it enforces are clear and specific. The Society declares in substance, that it will not allow any man to belong to its Christian brotherhood, who refuses either to protest against Popery, or to confess his belief in the doctrine of the Trinity. But the general liberty which the same law confers is equally clear; and it is much more comprehensive-the Society will allow all other persons to join in its brotherhood, whatsoever their character, and whatsoever their opinions. If they will but protest against Popery, and confess their belief in the doctrine of the Trinity, they may be admitted into church union with the members of this Society, although their conduct be in all other respects objectionable, and although they deny every other truth contained in the Holy Scriptures."-p. 40.

Such is the necessary consequence of the system proposed, the practical difficulty resulting from the adoption of a fallacious principle. The dissidents, in their haste to escape away from a lawful co-operation, have opened their doors wide to an unlawful union; and though professing to come out from the evil-doers, they have practically invited them to a fraternal embrace. But the whole procedure is a tissue of inconsistency; and from recent movements, we suspect that the discovery of its anomalies has begun to dawn upon some of its patrons. Our sorrow is that they have been so long duped; our surprise that the peering eye of malignity should have detected so little error in so vast a body; and our sincerest gratulations are due to that venerable Society, because its ranks have been so little injured by the rude guerilla war to which it has been subject.

History philosophically illustrated, from the Fall of the Roman Empire to the French Revolution By G. Miller, D.D. 4 vols. 8vp. London, 1832. Duncan. THESE volumes contain the result of upwards of thirty years research and inquiry, and originated with a course of lectures on modern history, which the author delivered, in the discharge of his duties as Fellow and Tutor in the University of Dublin. Dr. Miller's design in his work may be best explained in his own words:-" It is his endeavour to show, that each leading transaction of European history has been a part of a whole, having for its general issue the improvement of human society; and that each leading individual has been an agent, though free and unconscious, in the plan of a wise and benevolent Providence." Materials for this object, we are rather needlessly told, have been received from "the most heterogeneous sources -the writing of a Unitarian minister, of dissenters from the Church of England, of a Lutheran jurist, and of a French politician." Of Dr. Miller's general principle, of course, we highly approve, though we cannot pledge ourselves for the accuracy of all the inferences he deduces. One of the most delightful doctrines of Holy Writ is that of a superintending Providence the declaration that our paths are appointed by a divine hand-that all events in the universe, from the falling of an empire to the fading of a leaf, are under his inspection-and that the shifting scenes of man's brief day, are parts of a mighty process, which is hastening on the grand consummation of a peaceful and regenerated world.

Its vindication of the Bible Society from the foul aspersions which have been cast upon its agents is most triumphant; and its exposure of the tricks and jugglery of the impugners excites a mingled feeling of disgust and commiseration. Mr. Wilkes has our warm and sincere acknowledgments for the invaluable services he has thus rendered to the Bible Society.

A Biblical and Theological Dictionary, explanatory of the History, Manners, and Customs, of the Jews and neigh bouring Nations; with an Account of the most remarkable Places and Persons mentioned in Sacred Scripture, &c. By Richard Watson. Illustrated with Maps. London. J. Mason. Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.

THE indefatigable labours of the author of this work, to advance the interests of the Christian world, and especially the denomination to which he belongs, are well known, and require no eulogy from us. His present undertaking, we doubt not, will prove an acceptable gift to the members of his connexion, for whom, by the introduction of what are called the

peculiar" doctrines of Methodism, we should conceive it to be principally designed.

The Daily Monitor, being a Portion of Scripture, an Anecdote, a Verse of a Hymn for every Day in the Year. Designed for the moral and religious Instruction of the Young. By Rev. John Allen, Chudleigh. Second Edition.Westley and Davis.

We have been much pleased with the second and much improved edition of this little publication, and think it well adapted to benefit the interesting class for whom it is especially designed. The introduction of the anecdote gives it the advantage over every thing of the kind with which we have met, and, we have been surprised to find how strongly the interest of the young, in our own immediate circle, has been excited to the perusal and committal of the appointed daily portion. We cordially recommend it to parents and Sunday school teachers, and as the profits are to be devoted to the erection of school-rooms in the town where the worthy compiler resides, we shall

be glad to hear that it meets with an extensive sale.

A Treatise on the Nature and Causes of Doubt in Religious Questions, with a particular Reference to Christianity. London: Longman and Co.

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IT is not the object of the author of this little work to investigate the Christian evidence, but to prepare the mind for its impartial review; to act as a pioneer, removing those causes of a moral and intellectual nature, which so frequently hinder a free approach to the consideration of the grounds of our faith. The intellectual causes enumerated are Misconceptions as to the nature of the proof in religious questions," and "Inadequate acquaintance with the facts of the Christian evidence" the moral causes are Excess in some legitimate propensities,” "Pride," "Want of adequate seriousness," and "Fear." The plan of this small volume is novel; its contents are well digested, and its value is much enhanced by a copious appendix, containing references to the principal works in which infidelity is combated.

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The Quarterly Review. No. XCIII.

Murray.

WE are not in the habit of noticing the periodical literature of the day, but there are a few things in the last Quarterly, which have attracted our notice on account of their singular novelty. A gossipping Englishwoman, it seems, has been over to America, found there no established religion or returned with an awful account of the stately cathedrals, and consequently necessarily exist in the absence of such impiety and infidelity, which must auxiliaries to piety. In moralizing upon this intelligence, the Quarterly grants that there are a goodly number of Congregational Churches, but advances the following curious proposition to show that their utility must be completely neutralised, because the paternal care of an incorporated sect is wanting:

"We think it fully clear, that the effect of an established church on that widely-diversified religious body, falling under the denomination of the Dissenters, is very great indeed; and we have long

been of opinion, that to the Church of England the various sects in this country are mainly indebted for their doctrine, discipline, and unquestionable utility in the grand scale of religious society.'

And again, speaking of America and the established church, we are told,

"The absence of such an institution essentially modifies religious sentiment, religious principle, and we may add, as a matter of course, religious practice in that country; and secondly, its consequences are felt at every moment in the administration of state affairs."- p. 44. "A change came o'er the spirit of my dream." There was a time, we remember, and not long ago, when, in the estimation of the parties whose judgment we have here recorded, the doctrine of Dissenters was fanaticism, their discipline jacobinical, and much more was said respecting their mischievous increase, than their "unquestionable utility." However we are glad to find that the darkness and prejudices of past ages have been removed. amused at finding ourselves recog: nised with paternal fondness as hopeful scions of episcopacy-and not disposed to deprive our neighbours of the smallest quantum of comfort they can derive from regarding us, however idle the fancy, as the offspring of their high endeavour." But how vain the dream! how futile the conceit! as if nonconformity had been wooed into existence by sunny smiles and gentle blandishments, and had arrived at its present maturity, owing to the tenderness of right-reverend nurture, when, in fact, as a dishonoured branch, it was cast off with contempt and scorn by its parent tree, and has grown up among us familiar with storms and tempests, with proscriptions, tests, and contumely.

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piled from their experience and observation. Admitted to the sick chambers of the great, and to the neglected abodes of poverty, they must be familiar with many a dark passage in the history of human nature; and did the established rules of society allow it, they could furnish the gay thoughtless world with many an impressive testimony, how utterly valueless it has been deemed in the season of man's extremity. The present volumes profess to admit us behind the scenes; their narrations are detailed in an exaggerated style, but they bear the stamp and impress of real life; and the pictures here drawn of the varied triumphs of death may serve to "point a moral" as well as "adorn a tale."

A Morning Visit to the Rev. E. Irving's, and an Inquiry into the alleged Return to the Church, of the Gift of Tongues; with Remarks, Inferences, and Suggestions; also an Appendix, containing Facts and Notices illustrative of the whole THIS is a sensible pamphlet, on a Subject. By Anti-Cabala. Kelly. topic which has of late much engaged the attention of all classes, and which has excited much painful interest in the minds of the friends of real piety. It was written, for the most part, before any thing had appeared in print expressly on the subject, but it embraces the principal considerations which are worthy of the attention of those who desire to be guided in their judgment of the very extraordinary sound discretion and a scriptural wiscircumstances to which it relates, by a dom. The author vividly describes him, when he personally visited the the scene which presented itself to Scottish church in Regeut-square, and was witness to those expressions of mistaken and deluded zeal, or of studied and designing imposture, which have drawn so many others from a principle of curiosity, and a desire to judge for themselves. We can verify, from our own experience, the truth of the author's representations, having ourselves been eye and ear witnesses of the facts he states.

The pamphlet is characterized by a spirit of candour, which does him credit, though he unequivocally condemns the fanaticism which has so lamentably opened the mouths of