History of the Planting and Training of the Christian Church by the Apostles. By Dr. Augustus Neander, Ordinary Professor of Theology in the University of Berlin. Translated from the Third Edition of the original German, by J. E. Ryland. In two Volumes. 8vo. pp. 408, 301. Hamilton. These volumes form the thirty-fifth and thirtysixth of that very useful series of works, published by Clark of Edinburgh, under the general title of "The Biblical Cabinet," and are every way worthy of the connexion in which they are placed. As an illustration of the Acts of the Apostles, and of many passages in the apostolical Epistles, they are very valuable, and also as a general introduction to the study of ecclesiastical history; though not absolutely free from exceptionable opinions. They present a beautiful and edifying view of primitive Christianity; and their appearance, at this time, in an English dress, is particularly seasonable, opposed as the work is, in its leading principles, to the theology of Papal Rome, which the Oxford Tractarians are labouring to revive. One of the most prominent doctrines with which these misguided men are attempting to imbue the public mind is, that Christian Ministers are Priests, in the sacerdotal sense of that term; and that it is through their ministrations only, that God is pleased to communicate the blessings of salvation to mankind; thus presumptuously usurping the mediatorial office of Christ. To this antichristian tenet, and others of a similar nature, Dr. Neander is strenuously and justly opposed. Christian Ministers are teachers, and Pastors of the flock, and not sacrificing Priests. The Gospel recognises no sacrifice for sin, but that which was offered upon Calvary, and there offered once for all. It is never to be repeated; for it has perfected for ever them that are sanctified.

The Union Tune-Book; a Selection

of Psalm and Hymn Tunes, suitable for Use in Congregations and SundaySchools. Arranged by Thomas Clark, of Canterbury. Sunday-School Union.

Satan: or, Intellect without God. A Poem. By Robert Montgomery, M. A. Tenth Edition. 18mo. pp. 256. Baisler.

The History of the Jews, from the Call of Abraham, to the Birth of Christ. In two Volumes. 12mo. pp. 384, 432. Religious Tract Society.-To those persons who wish to form an acquaintance with the leading facts of Jewish history, without submitting to an extensive course of reading, these volumes will be invaluable. They will also serve as an admirable introduction to the more elaborate and extended works of Shuckford, Russell, and Prideaux. In point of sentiment, they are not only unexceptionable, but of pious tendency; the narrative being enriched by appropriate references to the providence and grace of God. The numerous and well-executed engravings which they contain, at the same time greatly enhance their interest and useful

ness.

Our New Vicar. A Tale of the

Times. 12mo. pp. 16. Seeley. A

just and seasonable exposure of the Oxford heresy and ceremonial, as they are now introduced into many English parishes, to the ruin of the people's souls.

Shells and their Inmates. 18mo. pp. 214. Religious Tract Society. - A charming volume of juvenile natural history, illustrated by several beautiful engravings, and embodying much pious sentiment. While it contains a large portion of correct knowledge, it leads the mind to God, as the Source of all beauty and perfection. This is also the character of another elegant publication, of the same form and size, entitled, Plants, with which this excellent Society has just favoured the youthful reader and student.

The Farmer's Encyclopædia, and Dictionary of Rural Affairs. Illustrated by Wood Engravings of the best and most approved agricultural Implements, &c. By Cuthbert W. Johnson, Esq., Barrister-at-Law. 8vo. Parts I. to IV. Longman.-Judging from the specimens of this work, which have been already published, it will be a valuable acquisition to the farmers of Great Britain. It is very copious in the range of its subjects; and great pains are evidently taken to render it at once accurate and comprehensive. Six additional Parts will complete the design.

A Companion for leisure Hours. 18mo. pp. 256. Religious Tract Society.

The Kingdom of Christ delineated, in two Essays on our Lord's own Account of his Person and of the Nature of his Kingdom, and on the Constitution, Powers, and Ministry of a Christian Church, as appointed by Himself. By Richard Whately, D. D., Archbishop of Dublin. 8vo. pp. 270. Fellowes.-This is one of the best publications of the very able and accomplished author. In the first Essay he most successfully proves, that our blessed Lord intended to assert his divine Sonship, and consequent equality with the Father; and in the second he maintains, with similar force of argument, that the principles of ecclesiastical doctrine and order, which the Lord Jesus recognised, are in many respects directly opposed to those which are inculcated by the Oxford confederacy, and by the Church of Rome. Both parts of the work are acute and powerful.

One Hundred and Ninety Sermons on the Hundred and Nineteenth Psalm. By the Rev. Thomas Manton, D.D. With a complete Alphabetical Table, directing to the principal Matters contained therein. In three Volumes. Third Edition. To which is prefixed the Life of the Author, by William Harris, D. D. 8vo. pp. 585, 590, 540. Brown, Old-Street. Dr. Manton was one of the most eminent of the Ejected Ministers; being equally distinguished by his piety, fine temper, Christian moderation, and deep theological learning. He was justly reckoned one of the very best Preachers of his time; and, indeed, few Ministers, in any age or nation, have excelled him as public teachers of evangelical truth. His works are voluminous, and consist mostly of practical divinity, which he delivered from the pulpit, in the regular course of pastoral

instruction. Above almost every other man, he had a wonderful facility in adapting to the use of popular instruction the profoundest doctrines of divine revelation; so that the productions of his pen are read with equal profit by the Divine, and the private Christian. We are glad to see a well-executed reprint of his far-famed work upon the one hundred and nineteenth Psalm. It is one of the richest storehouses of practical divinity in the English language; and its usefulness is greatly enhanced by a copious index, directing attention to the most interesting and valuable passages.

Melodia Divina; or, Sacred Companion for the Piano-Forte: an Extensive Collection of original and favourite Psalm and Hymn Tunes, also admired Airs by Handel, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, &c., &c. Selected and adapted to appropriate Words, by Joseph Hart. Arranged for the Voice, PianoForte, Organ, and Seraphine, by John Fawcett. Folio. pp. 96. Hart.

Episcopacy and Presbytery. By the Rev. Archibald Boyd, M. A., Curate of the Cathedral of Derry. 8vo. pp. 436. Seeleys.

Faith Triumphant: a Funeral Sermon, preached in Carr's-Lane Chapel, Birmingham, on Occasion of the Death of Mrs. James, Wife of the Rev. J. A. James. By the Rev. G. Redford, D. D., LL.D. Together with a Memoir of the Deceased, by her Husband. 18mo. pp. 122. Hamiltons.-A good sermon, and an instructive and interesting memoir.

A Treatise on the right Use of the Fathers in the Decision of Controversies existing at this Day in Religion. By John Daillé. Translated from the French by the Rev. T. Smith, M. A., and now revised and amended; with a Preface, by the Rev. G. Jekyll, LL. B., Rector of West-Coker, &c. 12mo. pp. xxiv, 359. W. Whyte; E. Lumley.The work thus re-published has, for some time, as an old book, been scarce; and, therefore, (in common phrase,) fetching a good price. On this account, even were there no particular suitableness to the circumstances of the times, purchasers would welcome a reprint, which makes a useful work more easily accessible. In addition to the intrinsic value of the book, the publishers have prepared what is not only a convenient, but (for its cheapness) a handsome, volume. It is one of the ablest books on the subject that the Protestant churches have produced.

THE Annual Report of this important establishment, which has just been pub. lished, under the direction of the Managing Committee, will be highly gratifying to the subscribers, and to the Connexion at large. It contains very encouraging details concerning the various branches of instruction which the Students have received, and of the improvement which they have made under the able tuition with which they have been favoured. We regret that our limits preclude the possibility of inserting the whole of this valuable document, to which we respectfully refer our readers. The following are the concluding paragraphs.-EDIT.

THE Committee feel justified in expressing their full conviction, that the Students in the Institution have the opportunity of acquiring a degree of solid and useful learning, which, sanctified and blessed by the grace of God's Holy Spirit, will tend to increase their qualifications for the discharge of those sacred duties which, by the providence of God, they may be hereafter called to perform.

While the Committee are not forgetful that the principal design of the Institution is, to prepare the Students for a more vigorous and successful exercise of the functions of the Christian ministry, in years to come, they rejoice that their term of studious application is not allowed to pass away without numerous and frequent opportunities of preaching the Gospel. "During the past year," says Mr. Treffry, "they preached in nearly thirty Circuits, and thus rendered important assistance to more than one hundred and eighty places; and the great desire which the people in those places express for their pulpit ministrations, is a proof that such ministrations are highly acceptable and profitable. When the weather has been at all favourable in the spring and summer months, they have supplied six regular out-of-door places; and though they have frequently been ordered from the ground by the police, and disturbed by the Chartists, yet they have laudably persevered in their work, sowing beside all waters, and warning sinners to flee from the wrath to come."

The Committee feel that it would be

injustice not to advert to the continued satisfaction which they enjoy in the valuable labours and assistance of the officers of the Institution. Their honoured President and Treasurer, the Rev. Dr. Bunting, and Thomas Farmer, Esq., have continued through the year to show that deep interest in the various affairs of the Institution which has distinguished them in former years; and in very many instances has it been greatly indebted to their counsels and energies.

The Rev. Dr. Hannah and the Rev. John Farrar have, during the past year, devoted themselves to their labours with their former assiduity, vigour, and perseverance, and have been cheered amidst their toils by the confidence of the Committee, and by the grateful and affectionate spirit of many of the Students under their care. The Committee have great pleasure in recording, also, the respectful sense which they entertain of the value of the labours of the Rev. Samuel Jones, the late Classical and Mathematical Tutor at Hoxton.

At the request of the Committee, the Conference appointed the Rev. William L. Thornton as the Classical Tutor at Hoxton. He has entered upon his duties with great diligence, and with the strong anticipations of the Committee that his appointment will be eminently beneficial.

The Rev. Richard Treffry having filled the situation of Governor of the Institution-house at Hoxton for the usual term of an appointment to that office, retired from it at the last Conference. He had discharged its duties with unremitting attention and fidelity, and has carried with him, into his retirement, the unfeigned esteem of the Committee, for his anxiety to promote the spiritual interests of those who were placed under his watchful superintendence. Earnestly do the Committee desire that, in his comparative seclusion from public life, Mr. Treffry may be favoured with the lengthened enjoyment of the varied blessings of Providence, and the richest consolations of divine grace.

In connexion with the retirement of Mr. Treffry, the Committee feel it right to advert, also, to the lamented death of the Rev. Joseph Entwisle, sen.; who

upon the establishment of the Institution, was appointed by the Conference to the responsible station of the first Governor of the Institution-house. The confidence thus reposed in him was not disappointed. His unceasing vigilance over all the interests of the establishment, his deep concern for the improvement of the personal piety of the inmates of the house, and the paternal affection with which he always regarded them, united with much firmness in the maintenance of discipline, greatly endeared him to the Students, and justified all the expectations which the Conference, the Committee, and the friends of the Institution indulged as to his appointment. He died full of days, and honoured by the esteem of all his brethren. The bright example of his holy life will, it is hoped, be imitated by those over whose spiritual welfare he watched with the deepest interest, and the warmest affection.

The attention of the friends of the Institution, and of the members of the Wesleyan societies and congregations, is most respectfully requested to the balancesheet, detailing the financial affairs of the Institution. It will be perceived, that the expenditure has again been larger than the income. That expenditure has been made with the most careful regard to economy; and the same spirit will regulate the future expenses of the Institution. The Committee feel, therefore, on this ground, that they are justified in earnestly appealing to the friends of Wesleyan Methodism for augmented contributions. The voice of opposition to the Institution has died away, its merits have endured the test of experience, and it has won the testimony of general approval; but there have been causes which have been injured, not by opposition, but by apathy, and to which a heartless approbation has been more fatal than avowed and determined hostility. The earnest desire which many Circuits in the Connexion express, for the appointment of Ministers who have been favoured with the advantages of a residence in the Institution, is evidence of the prevailing conviction of the necessity of its existence, and of the benefits which it confers; but the Committee feel that the same desire should prompt to liberalities in the support of the expenditure caused in the supply of those benefits.

It will be seen, that in addition to the deficiency of the preceding year, there is, on the present year's account, a further deficiency of £220. 12s. 3d.; making,

together, a sum of £857. 15s. 4d. Nor can it escape observation, that this balance due to the Treasurer would have been much larger, but for the seasonable aid afforded to this Fund by the interest received on the sums granted from the Centenary Fund; which interest both Committees agreed in thinking to be fairly applicable, until the grants should be actually expended at Richmond and at Didsbury, to the current expenses of the Abney-house establishment, which supplied, for a season, the necessary accommodation for a larger number of Students. But the material assistance derived from this quarter must, of course, very speedily terminate; and can only be furnished by a very considerable and immediate increase of the annual subscriptions from benevolent individuals, and from those Circuits which duly appreciate the advantages conferred by the Institution upon the Wesleyan ministry at large.

In the last two Reports of the Committee, there were references to the exertions of the Committee to secure a suitable site, in the vicinity of London, for a building for the purposes of the Southern Branch Institution. The Committee had to regret that their exertions were not accompanied with success, and that sometimes, when they appeared on the verge of realizing their hopes, they were subjected to disappointment. It is, therefore, with unfeigned gratitude to God, that the Committee are now enabled to state, that they have concluded on the purchase of what they deem very eligible property, at Richmond. The premises (which have been properly settled on Trustees) are situate on Richmond-Hill, immediately contiguous to Richmond-Park, and to other scenes of natural grandeur and beauty, which have long excited the admiration of visiters to that particular locality. They consist of a large and substantial mansion, with extensive and productive gardens, besides several acres of valuable land. Two other smaller but convenient houses, and two cottages, also belong to the premises. The negotiation for the purchase of this property was chiefly confided by the Committee to the Treasurer of the Institution; to whom, for his anxious and successful exertions in conducting the transaction, the grateful acknowledgments of the Committee are due; and the Committee desire particularly to record their sense of the kindness of Mr. Farmer, in putting them into the possession of the estate at a sum which has received the entire approbation