The Memory of the Just: A Memorial Discourse, Preached December 6th, 1857

M. L. P. Thompson

ISBN 10: 133207412X / ISBN 13: 9781332074129

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book is a memorial discourse for Mrs. Abigail Hopkins, delivered by M. L. P. Thompson, a Presbyterian minister, in December 1857. The author reflects on the virtues of the just as described in Proverbs, emphasizing that their memory is blessed, enduring, and revered after their death. He shares anecdotes and personal experiences to illustrate the exemplary character and life of Mrs. Hopkins, highlighting her faith, humility, and service to her community. The author also pays tribute to Mrs. Hopkins' son, Asa Theodore Hopkins, a former pastor of the North Church in Buffalo, who died ten years prior. The discourse explores the themes of Christian living, the power of a righteous life, and the legacy of those who serve God and their fellow beings. Through its examination of these themes, the book offers insights into the significance of a life lived in accordance with Christian principles and the enduring impact of such a life on those who knew and loved them. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Memory of the Just: A Memorial Discourse, Preached December 6th, 1857
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133207412X
• ISBN 13: 9781332074129
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography and Autobiography

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Synopsis

A moving memorial discourse that honors a devoted pastor and his mother, with reflections on faith, family, and a life lived for others.

This edition presents a historically framed tribute that explores the character, influence, and memory of a pastor who served his congregation with steadfast faith. It also honors the maternal example that shaped his life, offering insights into virtue, discipline, and the enduring impact of a life lived for God and neighbor.

• Read about the pastor’s early calling, education, and rise to a trusted church leader.
• Discover how the speaker ties personal virtue to communal memory and spiritual legacy.
• Explore themes of family influence, motherhood, and the rewards of faithful living.
• Reflect on how memory and gratitude sustain a faith community across generations.

Ideal for readers interested in 19th‑century sermon literature, historical memorials, and biographical or religious heritage works.

Ideal for readers of devotional history and those seeking a respectful portrait of a pastor’s life and the moral lessons drawn from his family and ministry.