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"Puritanism in the seventeenth century had many shining lights. Of these, James Durham (1622-1658), ranks alongside the greatest for his theological depth, faithful preaching, and moderate spirit. Durham's exposition on Revelation contains treatises of the purest of theological gold with extended essays on the Trinity, the call to the ministry, the nature of justification, and more: it is Reformed thought at its best and has been valued through history. His contemporary, Robert Blair said ""Many Writers have done worthily, but thou excellest them all."" C. H. Spurgeon said, ""It would not be easy to find a more sensible and instructive work than this."""

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This commentary on Revelation provides what was, as Principal John MacLeod said, 'in past days, the accepted Protestant view of that book.' While James Durham's historicist reading of Revelation is no longer the standard view, that should not deter readers, for, as Spurgeon said, 'it would not be easy to find a more sensible and instructive work than this old-fashioned exposition. We cannot accept its interpretations of the mysteries, but the mystery of the gospel fills it with sweet savour.' The finest treasure in this commentary is not, however, Durham's exegetical work (helpful though this is!). Contained in his commentary are independent treatises which are the purest of theological gold. These extended essays present Reformed thought at its best. As Richard A. Muller has said, this work 'offers significant access to seventeenth-century Reformed and Presbyterian thought ... Durham's work illustrates the relationship of Scripture with doctrine and piety and dogmatics.' -- Donald John MacLean, author of James Durham (1622-1658): And the Gospel Offer in its Seventeenth-Century Context.

"""This commentary on Revelation provides what was, as Principal John MacLeod said, 'in past days, the accepted Protestant view of that book.' While James Durham's historicist reading of Revelation is no longer the standard view, that should not deter readers, for, as Spurgeon said, 'it would not be easy to find a more sensible and instructive work than this old-fashioned exposition. We cannot accept its interpretations of the mysteries, but the mystery of the gospel fills it with sweet savour.' The finest treasure in this commentary is not, however, Durham's exegetical work (helpful though this is!). Contained in his commentary are independent treatises which are the purest of theological gold. These extended essays present Reformed thought at its best. As Richard A. Muller has said, this work 'offers significant access to seventeenth-century Reformed and Presbyterian thought ... Durham's work illustrates the relationship of Scripture with doctrine and piety and dogmatics.' "" -- Donald John MacLean, author of James Durham (1622-1658): And the Gospel Offer in its Seventeenth-Century Context."

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Author JAMES DURHAM (1622-1658) served as minister at Black Friars Church in Glasgow as a chaplain to King Charles II and as a minister at the Inner Kirk of the cathedral in Glasgow. Known for his piety, wisdom, and scholarship, Durham stands as one of the great Scottish Presbyterians of the seventeenth century. Series Editor Chris Coldwell has published fine quality editions of Puritan, Presbyterian, and Reformed literature for over thirty years through Naphtali Press. He is also the general editor and publisher of The Confessional Presbyterian journal.

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