Doctrinal and Practical Reflections on the Funeral of Arthur, Duke of Wellington: a Sermon Preached in the Church of St. James, Curtain Road, Finsbury Square, London. 21St of November, 1852

Doctrinal And Practical Reflections On The Funeral Of Arthur, Duke Of Wellington: A Sermon Preached In The Church Of St. James, Curtain Road, Finsbury Square, London. 21St Of November, 1852 by James William Markwell. This sermon reflects on the public mourning of the Duke of Wellington, arguing that earthly greatness ends in death and that salvation comes only through grace in Christ. Markwell cautions listeners not to praise public achievements as a substitute for faith, citing Hezekiah and biblical resurrection as central doctrines. He describes Wellington’s funeral as a solemn reminder of mortality and the inevitability of judgment, and he emphasizes personal piety, regular worship, and charitable works as signs of true faith. The preacher asserts that salvation is by grace through faith, not by deeds, though genuine faith will produce good works. He ends with exhortations to prepare for death, to seek assurance of salvation, and to trust in the Resurrection and the life to come.