Adoniram Judson: A Missionary of the Apostolic School

by Horatius Bonar

Publisher:

J. Nisbet & Co.

, 1871

Overview

This biography of Adoniram Judson, one of the first North American Protestant missionaries to preach in Burma, was written by Bonar and edited by his daughter. “Noble, daring, self-denied, successful beyond most, he wrought a work which remains, and will remain. The Apostle of Burma was no common man, and wrought no common work,” writes Bonar of Judson. A fascinating portrayal of a man that dedicated almost 40 years to missionary work.

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Key Features

• Discusses the life of Adoniram Judson
• Includes five poems by Mrs. E. C. Judson

Contents

Top Highlights

“J. Now, according to the Burman system, there is no escape. According to the Christian system, there is. Jesus Christ has died in the place of sinners, has borne their sins; and now those who believe on Him, and become His disciples, are released from the punishment they deserve. At death they are received into heaven, and are happy for ever.” (Page 42)

“But one single thought occupied his mind, and the words, ‘Dead! lost! lost!’ were continually ringing in his ears. He knew the religion of the Bible to be true; he felt its truth; and he was in despair. In this state of mind he resolved to abandon his scheme of travelling, and at once turned his horse’s head towards Plymouth.” (Pages 11–12)

“‘He is dead,’ was the reply. ‘Dead!’ ‘Yes, he is gone, poor fellow! The doctor said he would probably not survive the night.’ ‘Do you know who he was?’ ‘Oh yes; it was a young man from Providence College—a very fine fellow; his name was E——.’ Judson was completely stunned.” (Page 11)

“Can you consent to all this, in hope of soon meeting your daughter in the world of glory, with a crown of righteousness brightened by the acclamations of praise which shall redound to her Saviour from heathens saved, through her means, from eternal woe and despair?’” (Page 26)

“He thought of what the landlord had said;—the stranger was probably in a dying state: and was he prepared? Alone, and in the dead of night, he felt a blush of shame steal over him at the question, for it proved the shallowness of his philosophy.” (Page 11)

Product Details

• Title: Adoniram Judson: A Missionary of the Apostolic School
• Author: Horatius Bonar
• Publisher: J. Nisbet & Co.
• Publication Date: 1871
• Pages: 112

About Horatius Bonar

Horatius Bonar (1808–1889) was born and raised in Edinburgh, Scotland, in a family with a long history of ministry in the Church of Scotland. After graduating from the University of Edinburgh in 1838 (where he studied under Dr. Thomas Chalmers), Bonar was ordained and became pastor of the North Parish, Kelso, where he remained for 28 years. He joined the Free Church of Scotland after “the Great Disruption” of 1843, and in 1853 he earned a Doctor of Divinity degree from the University of Aberdeen. In 1867 he took over ministry duties at Chalmers Memorial Church in Edinburgh, and in 1883 he was elected Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. A prolific author, he wrote and edited numerous books, biographies, articles, poems, tracts, and over 600 hymns.