with his soul, is yet to be written, and hopes, that if his life is spared a little longer, this may be done. We hope it will. Mr. H. is quite disabled for much exertion by paralysis. An effort is now made to raise a fund on his behalf. May the effort succeed! THE HOLY BIBLE, CONTAINING THE OLD AND NEW TESTAMENTS, ACCORDING TO THE AUTHENTIC VERSION; WITH EXPLANATORY NOTES, PRACTICAL OBSERVATIONS, COPIOUS MARGINAL REFERENCES, INDEXES, ETC., ETC. By THOMAS SCOTT, Rector of Aston Sandford, Bucks. A New Edition, quarto. with ENGRAVINGS ON STEEL, after Nature. Printed and published by Fisher, Son, and Co., Newgate-street, London. One grand qualification, in a faithful expositor of the sacred text, is sobriety of mind, and this Scott possessed in an eminent degree. He was never borne away, by the force of mere imagination, into the field of fruitless conjecture, nor induced to give up the obvious and literal meaning for what is hidden and mystical. He had a profound reverence for divine authority, and never allowed the weight of human opinion, however valuable or accumulated in itself, to bias his judgment in favour of any interpretation which he was convinced was not in harmony with the mind of the Spirit. It is no ordinary estimate, therefore, which we put upon this Commentary. It is a monument of patient, persevering, and sacred industry; and for its enlightened interpretation, doctrinal fidelity, practical and experimental piety, it will be increasingly appreciated. The present edition is, in every sense, elegant. The typography is beautiful-the plates are splendid; and both entitle the publishers to great praise. We cannot but rejoice, that in the suit instituted in Chancery against them, by another metropolitan bookseller, when they had just commenced this undertaking, judgment was given in their favour; and that at their hands the public will be put in possession of an edition of Scott, superior to any that has hitherto appeared. The EXPLANATORY NOTES, and the MARGINAL REFERENCES, render it of great practical utility in a family; nor will the student find the materials scanty, of which he may, most advantageously, avail himself. We shall be most happy to see the work completed; and hope that it will obtain a very wide circulation among christians of all denominations. FAMILY SECRETS, OR HINTS TO THOSE WHO WOULD MAKE HOME HAPPY. By MRS. ELLIS, Author of "THE WOMEN OF ENGLAND," etc., etc. Svo. Parts I.-IV. Price One Shilling each. London: Fisher, Son, and Co., Newgate-street. The design of this work is most felicitous; it is to lay open those secret, hidden causes, which so often convert HOME-which ought to be the sanctuary of all that is most refined, and sacred, and happyinto a scene of discord, disaffection, and misery. These causes are traced, in their influence and operation, on all the social relations of life; and so connected with their effects as to show how incalculable is the evil which may arise, to a whole family, out of the habits and conduct of a single member. It reads some most salutary lessons to husbands and wives, and to those who are charged with the obligations and responsibilities of parents. The work is written in an elegant and attractive style, embellished with appropriate plates. Its circulatian cannot be too extensive; and we trust that its influence on domestic life will be both corrective and conservative. Such a book is greatly needed. By the MAMMON; OR, COVETOUSNESS THE SIN OF THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH. London.-Ward & Co., Paternoster-row. After the reception which this work has obtained, and after the eulogy of the christian press has been nearly expended in its favour, it would appear like a work of superrogation in us to attempt, by any commendation on our part, to heighten the estimate in which it is held. No work, in modern times, has had a more healthy influence on certain minds; and it has taught, or is teaching, the christian church, what she has been backward to learn, and still more backward to practice, namely, that the moment a man becomes himself the property of Christ, by the purchase of his blood, so does all that he possesses, and to Christ it must unreservedly be devoted. We are glad to introduce this cheap edition to the notice of our readers. The work should be kept in constant circulation, till the whole church of Christ become truly embued with its spirit. A CHARGE TO THE CLERGY OF OHIO, ON THE PREACHING OF CHRIST CRUCIFIED. BY CHARLES P. M'ILVAINE, D.D., Bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the State of Ohio. 32mo. pp. 32 Price Twopence. J. H. Jackson, Islington Green. This charge we would recommend to the clergy of all denominations. It is worthy of the head and heart of a christian bishop. It is not unsuitable to the Puseyite leaders and their followers, whether lay or clerical. Monthly Chronicle. "COME AND HELP US!" SUCH is the call which is daily reiterated in our ears; and it comes from every direction. It is the cry of the sailor, and of the sailors' friend. It is loud, urgent, and importunate. It is addressed to the whole christian church. And can the christian church turn a deaf ear to such a call? Can she be indifferent to the melting overtures of those who, in so many ways, subserve her interests, and facilitate her designs? It is in vain that we are directed to either HOME or FOREIGN missions, if our seamen are still left out of our calculation, and still denied the means of instruction and salvation. Now there are those who are willing to embark in this sacred cause, if but encouraged and sustained by the aid of the Parent Institution. Must we repress these energies? Must we deny them the pleasure of being co-workers with us in this department of labour? At SUNDERLAND, it is in contemplation to unite the seaman's cause with an existing lower agency; at NEWCASTLE, measures are in progress for the establishment of a permanent chaplaincy; and agents are wanted in several large ports in IRELAND. In AMSTERDAM, the Reverend the Presbytery of the Reformed Church is now maturing a plan of benevolent effort, in which special regard is had to seamen. At RIGA, ELSINORE, CONSTANTINOPLE, and in several foreign ports, there exist numerous facilities for successful exertions among the sons of the ocean. But in every one of these cases, HELP is required. Either, therefore, they must be neglected, or our funds must be greatly increased. "He that soweth sparingly, shall reap also sparingly; and he that soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity, for God loveth a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound towards you; that ye always, having all-sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work; being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness." AGENT'S MEETING:-HELD ON THURSDAY MORNING, 17th JUNE. At this monthly concert, the Directors united with the agents in commending Captain GILLETT, one of the members of the Board, in solemn prayer to God, previous to his departure to Sydney. He has embarked to that distant colony on special business; and, as he contemplated an absence of some years, the Committee felt that they could not give the Captain a better expression of their interest in his welfare, both temporal and spiritual, than in thus unitedly supplicating the presence and blessing of God on his behalf. It was a season of deep and solemn interest. AGENTS' REPORTS. Junior Thames Missionary.- Mr. WELCH.-In drawing up a report, I always find a great difficulty, arising from having much to say, and little room to say it in, and, frequently, a very limited time for either; so that, at best, a scanty outline is all that can be expected. "Bethel Flag not wanted here.” So said the mate of a ship, which I boarded a few days ago, in the upper pool, to request the use of her deck for an agent to preach the gospel of Christ, -"The Bethel flag is not wanted here." Enquiring into the cause, he said,— "Our captain is sailing on the other tack." "What, (said I,) is he trying to get through the short voyage of life without religion altogether!" "Yes, (he said,) and I'm afraid we're all steering by his compass." On asking him, how this course would do in the straits of death, he became serious, and looked like a man awakened out of sleep; which gave me an opportunity of saying much more to him, on the subject of his personal salvation. He listened with great attention. Leaving him with a tract in his hand, he said,-" He thought he must down with the helm at once, and try to fetch the Bethel meeting tonight." May a blessing meet him there. Thus, although the Bethel flag, in some instances, is rejected, opportunities are afforded for useful conversation, and from which, I have reason to believe, under the divine blessing, real good has resulted. The reception I have met with on board most other ships is widely different, the flag is eagerly grasped at, and reluctantly parted with; indeed, on some occasions, not given up till a promise is granted of another service as early as possible. Since the summer season has entered, my meetings have been held generally upon deck; and, although trying to the constitution, it has given many more an opportunity of hearing the word of life. Since May 5th, I have held thirteen services afloat, at which, exclusive of those who have heard from a distance, 260 have been present. Many of whom have engaged in solemn and earnest prayer for the divine blessing to be poured down upon themselves and all around. I have had the pleasure of dedicating four fresh ships to the Bethel cause, and about as many more captains have united in the same work. Visitation of Shipping.—I have visited the crews of about 400 ships on the river, including the London and St. Katherine's Docks,-have obtained for the Society's agents fourty-four ships, for evening services, on the different stations, distributed hundreds of tracts and entered into conversation with many a sailor on the interests of his soul. Billingsgate Market.-In this scene of general confusion and dissipation, divine service has been conducted on each sabbath afternoon. I have held six services in company with some of the Society's agents and other friends; also in East Smithfield, near the London Docks, I have held services three Sunday evenings; also, at Stepney, I preached three times during the fair. These open air services have been attended by great numbers, and not a few sailors, who had been led there by ungodly associates, have heard the warnings of the gospel, and received religious tracts. May the divine blessing accompany them! Sailors' Boarding-houses, I have visited, on Sabbath mornings, as usual. Many of these continue still to be the nurseries of every vice; however, permission is still granted to administer advice and instruction; and I am most happy, when I can bring a group of them with me to the Sailors' Chapel, in which I have sometimes succeeded. Visitation of the Sick.-Again and again I have been called to visit the chambers of the sick and dying. On one occasion, I was called to be the bearer of heavy tidings to a tender female, who had become a widow, under the most distressing circumstances. I found her surrounded by five small children, all under seven years, and herself but recently confined. To look upon this victim of sorrow, was a sad sight. She was unconscious of my errand. We bowed the knee to supplicate the support of Him, who said,- Leave thy fatherless children to me, and let thy widows trust in me.' It was with trembling I could proceed, with a bible in my hand, to inflict the dreadful wound. I said, "I hope your husband's soul is in heaven. You are a lonely widow, and your children are fatherless,—he was drowned last night, on his way from his ship to his desired home, by a fall from the boat." At that moment, I felt that the God of providence had laid upon me, to a certain extent, a helpless widow and her little ones. To the same Being I have reason to be thankful for the friends he has raised up in her behalf. And I feel it to be my duty, and take this opportunity of acknowledging the kindness of those friends of humanity, who came forward to assist at this time of extreme need. And it will be a satisfaction for these friends to know, that by the divine blessing upon their efforts, she is placed in a situation, in which, by industry she will obtain a livelihood for herself and helpless orphans. MR. PALMER'S REPORT.-Since my last report, I have humbly endeavoured to supply the lack of service of my brother agent, Capt. Prynn, who has been from London to further the interests of the Society, by advocating its claims in Sunderland, etc. In the lower pool, which reaches from Rotherhithe church to Limehouse, there is a great number of ships lying in tiers; on board many of which I have held Bethel services, several nights of the week; which, generally considered, have been very well attended. An excellent spirit prevails among seamen themselves: this is evident from the following circumstances, which have come to my notice.-One captain came on purpose, from Bugsby Hole, near Woolwich, where his vessel was lying, to our establishment at Bell wharf, for the purpose of obtaining an agent from this society; and paying the expenses himself, to go down the river with him to his ship, fearing he should be so entirely occupied in business, while in the lower pool, as to prevent the opportunity of having a religious service on board his ship. It is his intention to bestow some expense in fitting up part of his ship, that Bethel services, in future, may be more convenient and comfortable, to all that may attend. After one of my meetings, at which the Spirit of God in the exercise of earnest prayer was eminently bestowed, I was peculiarly pleased with the conversation of the captain of the ship.-'Captain, it was good to be here to-night!' |