Francis Augustus Cox

Francis Augustus Cox
Francis Augustus Cox (1783–1853) was an English Baptist minister, educator, and writer. He is known for his works on religious history and Baptist biography, including "The History of the Baptist Missionary Society" and "Memoirs of the Rev. William Kiffin". Cox was a strong advocate for missionary work and education, contributing significantly to Baptist scholarship in the 19th century. He also helped edit the "Eclectic Review," a publication focused on literature, theology, and social issues.

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"HAIL, THOU THAT ART HIGHLY FAVOURED, THE LORD IS WITH THEE! BLESSED ART THOU AMONG WOMEN!" Such was the congratulatory language in which the commissioned angel addressed the virgin of Nazareth, when about to announce the intention of Heaven, that she should become the mother of Jesus; and such the strain which we cannot help feeling disposed to adopt, while recording her illustrious name, and... more...

Chapter I.Superiority of Man in the Universe--Present Degradation of Reason--The mere Philosopher and the Christian Contrasted--God seen in all his Works--Creation of Man--His Corporeal and Mental Constitution--Value of the Soul--Adam in Paradise--Alone--Supplied with a Help Meet--Revelation points out the True Dignity of the Female Character--One Woman given to the Man--The Fall--Aggravated and... more...