hope that are in them. Never, we are persuaded were the fråneng words of warning, taken from the consturing paragrada ₫ ns little volume, more needed that n "Christians ought to beware of ging the sales fere the repre tion of the Bible. That precious exposa a 20% del mare. D the first portio of it was committed to the Jews the 'witnesses' of Jehovah azn the time amored winn pleasure, He appointed other wesses. depositaries of the whole valame é ispira : a the same unshaken nielity we wi Thich the Lord of Hosts bath went in Hu sport by the former propues 7-12), were preserved by the Jews. Let them not wrdd 15TI DE LLA the impression produced upon their min ́s by the terms of the i the concerning its full inspiration every part tre sisse H I à bat which, in their imagination, is only par là, v zNGE—VIA JAMO times the words of God, ani memes te weris tmel ATT they were moved by the Holy 2002, bis was were on promet error, or who wrote as any other plan and fart Then the the th Bentiments the offspring of phlosigkrasi yað doped after the Tran T men, after the rudiments of the world, and ant after 126 L the bite been degraded, and its high tite to the dengan Jé male void. In opposition to these berenca sport, dern, let every disciple of him whose command i X - 1 De Do tares' regard it as a faithful saying, and not und W SCи Berira turs, that ALL Scripture is given by sospiration of God, and a perdita de for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instru the man of God may be perfect, touroughly farmanet mas a que Burea The Martyr Graves of Scotland: Bring the trane's ý a country m pantry. Second ser es. By the Kev. John H. Tumat iyili burgh: Johnstone, Hanter, & Co., 1877. By those at least who have had the privilege of becoming as, tamet vri the First Series-and we trust by many more besser cows yra of the "Martyr Graves of Scotland” will be eternaj vasoned predecessor, the volume before us cannot bus se frangos sorp interest to all by whom the memory of our manged findanten s revered, and their "faithful contendings" gratefully atmint and vis realize the fact that we are now reaping in peace what we? VOLIL tears and wrestlings and blood. To no fewer that co-core calities, where lies precious martyr dust, dos our balangute pus tran author here conduct us, and in his usa cap, presen well suited to the subject, he tells us the thing, and bartending stories of the lives these noble men lived and the destite they Among the localities visited are Cupar, Magis Moor. Adren Dunnottar, Kirk of Shotts, Hamilton, Lazare. Patey. Am. Bar Colmonell, Old Cumnock, South Queensferry, and Ellene Let the former volume, this one is also adorned with a godly muter of wea Wood-cut illustrations of notable places and boldia And we may that the respected publishers have done it ample tact, the mon ard appearance is attractive as well as its oitenta in his Preface Mr. Thomson informs us that his first volume o in account of visits to twenty-two graves, that this one comments Tart by bek, and that so far as he knows there remains forty-n pet toe was the names of the forty-seven martyrs being given. Before we ravels he wishes to visit every such spot in the air, a ad to be informed if he has overlooked any. For what be the whe Mr. Thomson certainly deserves the warmest akur daimia, 2012 rejoice to know that so many as four thousand copies of his first volum were disposed of within a few weeks after its publication. We trust the present volume will be equally successful, and that its author will b encouraged and enabled to overtake all he desires, and that the public wi soon be favoured with a third, and if necessary a fourth, volume fro his ready pen. The Christian Treasury: a family miscellany. Edited by Rev. H. Bonar, D.D. January-August, 1877. Edinburgh: Johnstone, Hunter, & Co., tl We regret that it has not been in our power to notice the present year issues of this valuable periodical until now. For thirty-three years Christian Treasury has maintained its place among the serial religio literature of the day, and the like, we believe, can be said of fe similiar publications. During that long period how many "monthlies have appeared and disappeared and are forgotten. And not only h the Treasury existed so long, but in respect of the high character its contents it may be said to have remained unchanged. Of how fɛ such periodicals again could this be affirmed. How many have gradua! fallen away from the comparatively high standard with which the set out, until they have, in almost every thing but the name, ceased to what they once were. Considering the number and variety of ne publications that have recently come upon the field and appealed popular favour, it is hardly to be wondered at that, as we are informe the number of original subscribers to the Christian Treasury is n considerably reduced. But though not surprising, this is to be regrette for this sterling tried periodical is certainly much more worthy of bel supported by the Christian public, than many of its competitors whi have reached very large circulations chiefly through pandering to t prevailing taste for sensational fiction. Of the serial-story element the is extremely little in this Treasury, which in our estimation is a reco mendation and not a fault, while what there is of it is of a go kind. The staple contents are high-class papers, original and selecte on doctrinal and practical religious subjects, the perusal of which fitted both to inform the mind and improve the heart of the read It is also rich in short portions for the aged and for the young: 66 gems " from old authors well chosen; and in religious poetry the quality of which the Editor's name is a sufficient guarantee. have very much pleasure in heartily recommending this excel'e periodical. If any of our readers should wish a monthly magaz for Sabbath family reading, either in addition to what they are getti or in room of another, they could not do better than order the Christ Treasury. The price is sixpence monthly, or in weekly parts at a pen The yearly volumes can be had at 6s 6d each. Notes on the Psalm Book, especially on the Scotch Metrical Version. By Hug Barclay, Perth. Wm. Blackwood and Sons, Edinburgh. 1877. EVERY becoming effort to commend the inspired Psalter to the deve study and admiration of men, and especially of the young, in these d of growing sentimentalism in religious worship, ought to be thankf hailed by all who love the "Songs of Zion" and who are grieved to them so much supplanted in the service of praise in the Sanctuary. S an effort we have in this bulky pamphlet from the pen of the venera Sheriff-substitute of Perth, who, it is well known, has done not a li through the press and in other ways to promote the moral and relig welfare of the rising generation. These Notes, we are informed, or THESE pamphlets, bearing on the controverted questions of the day, are all admirable, and will repay repeated careful perusal. Our regret is that we have not space to notice them separately and a few of them at some length. We must rest content with giving them a general cordial recommendation, without committing ourselves to everything they contain, and without putting one above another, each having its own peculiar excellence. If men are not enlightened on subjects of present controversy, it is certainly not for lack of publications on both sides of questions at issue. For the sake of some of our readers who will be specially interested in the matter, we would refer, in a sentence, to the sermon by Mr Walker. It is well known that our esteeemed brother takes a very deep interest in the subject which forms the theme of his discourse; and he has here treated it in a way well fitted to stir our righteous indignation at the frightful barbarities so wantonly practised on God's creatures, and to enlist our warmest sympathies and prayerful aid in behalf of the cause for which he so earnestly pleads. Ecclesiastical Entelligence. NEW ORIGINAL SECESSION CHURCH BEDFORD STREET, GLASGOW.-The Hutchesontown Congregation at present worshipping in the Cumberland Hal Surrey Street, has now commenced the erection of their Church in Bedford Street. The building, which will have every convenience, is estimated to cost about £1800. Towards this amount the congregation, which is a new one and consequently a small one, has by energy and perseverance raised nearly £650, but this, of course, leaves a large balance yet to be obtained. The congregation therefore begs to appeal for contributions to the friends of Scotland's Covenanted Cause, and likewise to all who sympathise with Seceders in maintaining the principles held by the Church of Scotland in Reformation times. Subscriptions will be thankfully acknowledged by the Rev. Alexander J. Yuill, 7 Renton Terrace, Crosshill, Glasgow; Robert Paton, 105 South Portland Street; Robert Wilson, 89 Eglinton Street, and John B. King, 68 West Regent Street, Glasgow. CLOSE OF THE HALL.-The Hall was closed on the 31st July last. Besides the Professors and Students, the Rev. Messrs. J. Robertson, J. Ritchie, Hobart, M'Kay, Gardiner, T. Robertson, Yuill, Morton, and Millar, ministers, with Messrs. W. Howie, H. Howie, Lyon, and King, elders, were present at the closing services. The professors gave in very favourable reports of the students. The session, to all of them, was cordially sustained. It was reported that Mr. Speirs was to be licensed that day, and that Mr. Hutchison would be ready for license ta a few weeks. The thanks of the Committee were given to Mrs. Rettie, Aberdeen. for so handsomely and generously paying for the additional Book-case require 1 for Mr. Rettie's Books, and to Mr. William Howie for his kindness and attentier in obtaining and placing the Book-cases in their places in the Library Rooms. It was agreed that the usual competition for Bursaries should take place at the usual time and in the usual place-16 Douglas Street, Glasgow. Closed wit. prayer by Mr. Millar. AYR PRESBYTERY.-At a meeting of this Presbytery, held on the 31st July, Douglas Street, Glasgow, at the close of the Hall, Mr William Spiers, Studer of Divinity, who had formerly given in all his trials, which had been cordially sustained, was licensed as a preacher of the gospel. PERTH AND ABERDEEN PRESBYTERY.-At a meeting of this Presbytery, ht♫! on the 24th July, at Perth, the call addressed by the congregation in Edinburga to the Rev. Peter M'Vicar, Coupar-Angus, was considered. After the Commiss sioners were heard, and Mr. M'Vicar had stated his mind to the effect that he é not see it to be his duty to accept the call, it was resolved that he be continued in his present charge. HOME AND FOREIGN MISSION OPERATIONS-1873-77. The following list contains the rames of Box-holders and Collectors in various parts of the Church, who contributed for the bea-f four Home and Foreign Miza operations during the past year. The son of L 30 3 6 was relined 17 Denta í the Boxes for missionary work at home, and the amount collected Soodland and Ireland for the Orphanage was L1 s T The Box-s have again been sent pas to the Home Marion with TRAN receive the free-will offerings of our people in ad being carried on under the section and stoelence of the Synod. It a Liced that a generous response will be given to this renewed appeal for help to prose, se this much-needed ad very in portant work. The Cat 48 50erts are sin been distributed for the purpose of enlisting the aid of the young in back of t and it is believed that our young friends will display their usual kindness and Dea) in raising money for the we fare of the children who have been providenta y placed under our care. Should there be any diffray in ertaining eber Bar Card, application should be made to the R v. Alera der Stirling, 0.8 Manse, Artriata, who will gladly supply them. I. ABERDEEN. LIST OF BOX-HOLDERS AND COLLECTORS. Per Mr Jas. Youngson. Mrs Esson, 084 026 030 0 3 4 Brot forward, L0 11 0 039 Jane Smith. 026 Mrs John Smith, II. ARBROATH. Per Mr John Duncan. George Temple to:. Mrs Jas. Temple ton. Miss Spence, 1010 Mrs R. Stewart, 0 2 3 VI. CARTIL Per Min Forrest Pisa. Mary A. Find ay, 0 20 David Finlayson, Junior, 046 10 071 16 Boxes, 040 Jane Criz, 050 033 6.12 4 Li 05 For Orphanage. Isabella Ander LO 40 Eliz. Campb-11, 0 5 0 George Middleton, John Duncan, 3 David Findlay, 0 016 050 Jubior, Miss Rait, 0 11 6 216 07 71 0 10 7 Minnie Hill, James Lor Luer, 50 209 Miss Mary Folster, |
