Samuel Johnson, D.D., Missionary from the Society for Propagating the Gospel - A Sermon Concerning the Obligations We Are Under to Love and Delight in the Public Worship of God - 1746

This rare 18th-century theological work by Samuel Johnson was delivered as a sermon on July 8, 1744, at Christ’s Church in Stratford, Connecticut, during the dedication of the church building. The publication includes prayers intended for both family and private devotion (the “closet”). Johnson, a prominent missionary and moral philosopher, is also the author of “The New System of Morality.”

The sermon reflects on the importance of communal worship and moral obligations, drawing from Christian principles. The title page emphasizes the broader religious and societal purpose of the work, and its content remains a significant historical artifact of American religious history.

Physical Condition:
• Binding: Original, though in fragile and worn condition, with the title partially detached.
• Pages: 46 pages (including prayers and the sermon). Pages show foxing, age-related stains, and some edge tears.
• Typography: Features characteristic 18th-century printing style with some decorative elements on the title page and text divisions.

This item is a valuable historical and theological artifact, reflecting the early religious and cultural landscape of colonial America. It would make a notable addition to any collection of rare books or American religious history.