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The Sacrifice of Life Slain by the Twenty-nine Instruments of Death Being the Substance of a Sermon Preached on Sunday Morning, Nov. 28, 1813 at the Obelisk Chapel

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The Sacrifice of Life Slain by the Twenty-nine Instruments of Death Being the Substance of a Sermon Preached on Sunday Morning, Nov. 28, 1813 at the Obelisk Chapel

by J. (John) Church

EN·~31 minutes·1 chapter

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Transcribed from the 1814 R. Thomas edition by David Price, email ccx074@pglaf.org Many thanks to the British Library for allowing their copy to be consulted.

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This recording presents a sermon delivered on a winter Sunday in 1813, offering a vivid meditation on the Christian concept of sacrifice. Drawing on the language of the Old Testament temple and its instruments, the speaker portrays Christ as the ultimate Passover lamb whose death fulfills ancient rites. The orator weaves scriptural references, from Ezra to the Psalms, into a tapestry that highlights the continuity between Jewish worship and New Testament salvation.

The preacher’s style is both scholarly and poetic, inviting listeners to see the divine in everyday objects—knives, altar vessels, even the rustle of a robe. By tracing these symbols, the sermon encourages a deeper appreciation of how early 19th‑century believers understood the Gospel’s fulfillment. Whether you are new to theological reflection or enjoy historic religious discourse, this talk offers a thoughtful entry point into the rich symbolism of Christian faith.

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The Sacrifice of Life Slain by the Twenty-nine Instruments of Death Being the Substance of a Sermon Preached on Sunday Morning, Nov. 28, 1813 at the Obelisk Chapel Being the Substance of a Sermon Preached on Sunday Morning, Nov. 28, 1813 at the Obelisk Chapel

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en

Duration

~31 minutes (30K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2019-01-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

J. (John) Church

J. (John) Church

A Victorian scholar and storyteller, he retold Greek and Roman classics in clear, lively prose that helped generations of younger readers discover the ancient world. His books blend learning with adventure, making old epics feel surprisingly approachable.

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