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Madison Clinton Peters
1859–1918
A prolific preacher and popular writer, he turned sermons, history, and religious reflection into books meant for a wide general audience. His work ranged from practical spiritual guidance to studies of Jewish history and biblical subjects.
1 Audiobook
Abraham Lincoln's Religion
by Madison Clinton Peters
About the author
Born in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, on November 6, 1859, Madison Clinton Peters was an American clergyman and author. Sources consistently identify him as a minister in the Reformed Church, educated at Franklin and Marshall College and at Heidelberg Theological Seminary in Tiffin, Ohio.
Beyond the pulpit, he wrote extensively for readers interested in religion, ethics, and history. Surviving records of his books show a wide range of interests, including The Beautiful Way of Life, Justice to the Jew, The Jews in America, The Birds of the Bible, and Abraham Lincoln's Religion. That mix suggests a writer who wanted to connect faith, public life, and historical storytelling in an accessible way.
He died in New York City on October 12, 1918. Though he is often remembered first as a clergyman, the breadth of his published work also marks him as a notably active religious author of his era.