An attractive original 1906 edition of this scarce theological work by Benjamin Wills Newton, an important early figure in the history of the Plymouth Brethren and a prolific biblical expositor.
The book contains five papers on the Song of Solomon which had originally appeared in the four parts of Newton's Occasional Papers on Scriptural Subjects between 1863 and 1866. Newton subsequently began revising the papers for republication, completing the revision of the first before his death. The publisher's 1906 advertisement states that the remaining papers were corrected for obvious press errors and issued with the hope that they would continue to be of spiritual benefit. This publication is recorded as the first publication of the work under this title in 1906.
Newton interprets the Song of Solomon typologically and devotionally, particularly in relation to Christ, His people, the Church, redemption and the believer's relationship with Christ. It is representative of Newton's distinctive nineteenth-century biblical exposition and will be of particular interest to collectors of Plymouth Brethren history, evangelical theology, biblical commentary and Victorian religious literature.
The five sections treat:
Original red cloth hardcover, with blind-ruled decorative borders to both boards and attractive gilt lettering to the upper board.
Pages: [iv], 100, [2] pages of publisher's advertisements/works by Benjamin Wills Newton
Dimensions: approx. 187 × 126 × 10 mm
Weight: approx. 228 g
Published: London, Lucas Collins, 1906
The collation corresponds exactly with the copy recorded by the University of Manchester Library: [iv] + 100 + [2]pp.
A very presentable copy for its age. The original red cloth remains attractive, with the gilt title to the front board still clearly visible. There is some fading/discolouration to the spine and adjoining areas of the boards, together with minor age-related rubbing and handling wear.
Internally, the pages show general age-toning, particularly towards the margins, but appear clean and well preserved overall. Binding sound. Leaves secure.
The Sovereign Grace Advent Testimony Secretary - label to title-page
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Benjamin Wills Newton (1807–1899) was an English biblical scholar, theologian and prominent figure in the early Plymouth Brethren movement. He became particularly associated with the Brethren assembly at Plymouth and subsequently produced a substantial body of biblical and prophetic writings. His works covered subjects including prophecy, Israel, the Second Advent, justification, baptism and detailed exposition of Scripture. Open Library describes him as an English evangelist and author influential in the Plymouth Brethren